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- 1. A carrot is a long, orange root vegetable. It is crunchy and sweet and is good for your eyes because it has a lot of vitamin A. Carrots can be eaten raw, cooked, or used in recipes like carrot cake.
- 4. A potato is a starchy vegetable that grows underground. It has a brown or yellowish skin and a soft, creamy interior. Potatoes can be boiled, baked, or mashed and are a versatile ingredient in many recipes.
- 6. Cauliflower is a white vegetable that grows in a compact head with florets. It has a mild taste and can be eaten raw, steamed, roasted, or used as a substitute for rice or mashed potatoes.
- 9. A tomato is a round or oval fruit that is often considered a vegetable. It has a red or yellow skin and juicy flesh. Tomatoes are used in salads, sandwiches, and pasta sauces.
- 10. Zucchini is a green vegetable that resembles a cucumber. It has a mild and slightly sweet flavor. Zucchini can be grilled, sautéed, or used in recipes like zucchini bread or pasta dishes.
- 12. Spinach is a leafy green vegetable with dark, vibrant leaves. It is rich in iron and other nutrients. Spinach can be eaten raw in salads or cooked in various dishes like pasta or soups.
- 14. Pepper Bell peppers are colorful vegetables with a crisp texture. They come in different colors like red, green, or yellow. Bell peppers are often used in salads, stir-fries, or stuffed with other ingredients.
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- 1. A cucumber is a long, green vegetable with a cool and refreshing taste. It has a crisp texture and is often eaten raw in salads or used to make pickles.
- 2. Potato A sweet potato is a root vegetable with a sweet and creamy flesh. It has a reddish or orange skin and can be baked, mashed, or roasted. Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamins and fiber.
- 3. Broccoli is a green vegetable with a tree-like shape. It has a crunchy texture and is packed with vitamins and minerals. Broccoli can be steamed, roasted, or added to stir-fries.
- 5. Asparagus is a green vegetable with long, thin spears. It has a tender texture and a slightly bitter taste. Asparagus can be steamed, roasted, or used in dishes like stir-fries or risottos.
- 7. An onion is a bulb vegetable with layers of papery skin. It has a strong and pungent flavor and is used to add taste to many dishes. Onions can be white, yellow, or red.
- 8. Corn is a yellow or white vegetable with sweet and juicy kernels. It is often boiled, grilled, or used in salads, soups, or as a side dish. Corn can also be eaten as popcorn.
- 11. Cabbage is a leafy vegetable with tight layers. It can be green or purple and has a crunchy texture. Cabbage is used in coleslaw, stir-fries, salads, or cooked in dishes like cabbage rolls.
- 13. Peas are small, round vegetables that grow in pods. They are sweet and have a slightly starchy texture. Peas can be eaten fresh, steamed, or used in soups, stews, or stir-fries.
