Vitamin K Levels in Common Foods: Quick Guide
Legumes
The amount listed is a guide to an amount that you could eat in a particular day and get a consistent level of vitamin K.
| Category | Item | Amount | Vitamin K |
| Beans | |||
| Kidney | 1/2 cup cooked | Low | |
| Pinto | 1/2 cup cooked | Low | |
| Peas | 2/3 cup cooked | High | |
| Tofu | 1/2 cup | Low | |
| Nuts | |||
| Dry roasted mixed nuts | 4 ounces | Low | |
| Dry roasted peanuts | 4 ounces | Low | |
| Raw peanuts | 4 ounces | Low | |
| Peanut butter | 2/3 cup | Low | |
| Raw pecans | 4 ounces | Low | |
| Raw pistachios | 4 ounces | Low | |
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