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- 2. A leafy green vegetable with dark green, slightly wrinkled leaves. It has a mild and slightly bitter taste. Spinach is often cooked or used in salads and smoothies.
- 4. A purple or dark-colored vegetable with a smooth, shiny skin. It has a creamy texture and a slightly bitter taste. Eggplant is often grilled, baked, or used in dishes like moussaka and ratatouille.
- 5. A cereal grain that is often considered a vegetable. It has juicy, sweet kernels and is commonly boiled, grilled, or used in salads and soups. Corn can also be dried and ground into cornmeal.
- 8. A leafy vegetable with tightly packed layers. It has a crisp texture and a slightly sweet or bitter taste, depending on the variety. Cabbage is used in coleslaw, stir-fries, soups, and sauerkraut.
- 11. A fungus that comes in various shapes, sizes, and colors. Mushrooms have a unique, earthy flavor and are used in a wide range of dishes, including soups, stir-fries, and sauces.
- 12. A round or oval fruit that is often considered a vegetable. It has a smooth, red skin and a juicy flesh. Tomatoes are used in a wide variety of dishes, including salads, sauces, and sandwiches.
- 14. Pepper A crisp, sweet vegetable with a bell-like shape. It comes in various colors, such as red, green, and yellow. Bell peppers can be eaten raw, grilled, or used in stir-fries and salads.
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- 1. Beans Long, slender pods with small, tender beans inside. They have a crisp texture and a mild, slightly sweet taste. Green beans can be steamed, sautéed, or added to stir-fries and salads.
- 3. A vegetable with a compact, white head composed of tightly packed florets. It has a mild, slightly nutty taste. Cauliflower can be roasted, steamed, or used to make a low-carb alternative to rice or pizza crust.
- 6. A root vegetable with a bright orange color. It has a crunchy texture and a slightly sweet taste. Carrots are often eaten raw, cooked, or used in soups and stews.
- 7. A summer squash with a smooth, green skin. It has a mild flavor and a tender texture. Zucchini can be grilled, sautéed, or used in bread, pasta, and salad recipes.
- 8. A long, cylindrical vegetable with a green skin. It has a crisp and refreshing taste and is commonly eaten raw in salads or used to make pickles.
- 9. A green vegetable with a dense, tree-like appearance. It has a mild, slightly bitter taste and is rich in vitamins and minerals. Broccoli is commonly steamed, stir-fried, or added to salads.
- 10. A starchy vegetable with a brown, rough skin and a soft interior. Potatoes can be boiled, mashed, roasted, or fried, and are a popular ingredient in many dishes, including fries, mashed potatoes, and stews.
- 13. A bulbous vegetable with multiple layers and a strong flavor. Onions come in different varieties and are used to add flavor to various dishes, such as soups, stews, and stir-fries.
