Potassium
Measured in mg · mineral
Potassium is a mineral, measured in milligrams.
Why it matters
Potassium is found in many whole foods. Comparing it helps identify richer sources.
Top food sources
Highest published foods per 100 g. Values are source-traceable (USDA FoodData Central).
| # | Food | per 100 g (mg) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chervil, dried | 4740 |
| 2 | Coriander leaf, dried | 4466 |
| 3 | Sun-dried tomatoes | 3427 |
| 4 | Dill weed, dried | 3308 |
| 5 | Tarragon, dried | 3020 |
| 6 | Chives, freeze-dried | 2960 |
| 7 | Chives, freeze-dried | 2960 |
| 8 | Parsley, dried | 2683 |
| 9 | Parsley, dried | 2683 |
| 10 | Basil, dried | 2630 |
| 11 | Soy flour, full-fat | 2515 |
| 12 | Ancho peppers, dried | 2411 |
| 13 | Whey protein powder | 2289 |
| 14 | Paprika | 2280 |
| 15 | Smoked paprika | 2280 |
Frequently asked questions
- What is Potassium?
- Potassium is a mineral, measured in milligrams.
- What foods are highest in Potassium?
- Among the foods in Foodatron, the richest sources of Potassium per 100 g include Chervil, dried, Coriander leaf, dried, Sun-dried tomatoes, Dill weed, dried, Tarragon, dried. The full ranked list is on this page.
- What is Potassium measured in?
- Potassium is measured in mg. Foodatron shows every food's Potassium per 100 g edible portion.
- Why is Potassium important?
- Potassium is found in many whole foods. Comparing it helps identify richer sources.
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