Learn everything you need to know about vegetables from around the world, with list articles and guides on how to prepare veggies.
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Get to know the world’s weirdest vegetables that bring unique flavors, shapes, and colors to your kitchen, perfect for adding a twist to your dishes.
If you know me, you’ll know that my love for trying new fruits extends just as strongly to vegetables. While I’ll always enjoy the familiar favorites like spinach, kale, and broccoli, there’s something thrilling about discovering vegetables that are rare, unusual, or a bit out of the ordinary.
Looking for a snack that’s light, delicious, and nutritious? Roasted seaweed might be just what you need! From adding a touch of crunch to sushi to becoming your new go-to afternoon bite, find out why this ocean delicacy is more than just a wrap.
I’ve always been a bit of a sushi addict. The freshness of this type of Japanese food, the burst of flavors, the variety of colors; I could honestly eat it every day.
Learn about various black vegetables that can add unique textures, vibrant colors, and essential nutrients to your everyday meals.
Black vegetables occur when plants produce unnaturally high amounts of anthocyanins, water-soluble vacuolar pigments that can appear red, purple, blue, or black. This is also why blue, red, and purple fruits exist.
Struggling to eat enough veggies? Here are 19 easy and effective tips to help boost your daily intake, even with a busy schedule.
We all know how essential fruits and vegetables are for a balanced diet, but while snacking on fruit is easy, getting enough vegetables can feel like a daily struggle.
This guide shares 12 fruits that many people think are vegetables, exploring the fascinating world where the lines between fruits and veggies blur.
If you’ve ever confused a tomato for a vegetable, you’re not alone. The world of fruits and vegetables is filled with surprises, and in this article, I will be shedding light on 12 fruits that often masquerade as everyday vegetables.
Ten of my favorite sea vegetables from around the world, each with unique colors, shapes, flavors, and nutritional profiles.
The term sea vegetables includes various edible plants and algae that grow in or near the ocean. While these are less commonly consumed in the West, they are very popular in many Eastern cultures. Not only are these sea veggies typically very nutritious, but they can also add a lot of flavor to any dish.
What are nopales? This guide explains the history, origins, nutritional profile, and benefits of nopales, a unique vegetable from the Mexican nopal cactus.
I had never heard of nopales until I discovered this unique vegetable a little while back. And I have become so excited about nopales and the nopal cactus that I now try to eat it regularly.
A step-by-step guide explaining how to clean, prepare, and cook nopales, plus recipe ideas for this unique cactus vegetable.
Ever wondered how to eat those weird cactus paddles you may have come across in your local grocery store? Well, preparing and eating this nutritious Mexican vegetable is easier than you may think.
Discover the colorful world of red fruits with this list of delicious and nutritious options, perfect for your next healthy snack or recipe!
As a passionate food enthusiast, I’ve always been intrigued by the vibrant colors nature paints our fruits and vegetables. Among these, red vegetables hold a special place in my heart.
Explore the flavors of Japan with this guide on popular Japanese vegetables. Learn about their uses, benefits, and roles in traditional and modern Japanese cuisine.
Japanese cuisine is loaded with exotic flavors and textures, and many of these are created thanks to the unique vegetables featured in the various dishes.
Keep reading, as I have listed 15 unique veggies that are popular in Japan. All of these greens are worth incorporating into your own cooking.
This guide shares ten of my favorite brown veggies from around the world, each with unique flavors, shapes, and nutritional profiles.
Brown veggies may not be the most exciting foods to look at, but these unremarkable-looking offerings from the plant world are still worth including in your recipes and meals.
This guide shares ten of my favorite yellow veggies from around the world, each with unique shapes, flavors, and nutritional profiles.
This may come as a surprise, but so many of our favorite vegetables come in different color varieties that also include yellow.
An outline of the differences between broccoli and broccolini, and how they relate to Chinese broccoli, Romanesco broccoli, and broccoli rabe.
Broccoli and broccolini look very similar, they almost have the same name, and there are also similarities in taste. So, what are the differences between these two produce aisle staples?
In this article, I am going to dive deep to discover the differences between broccoli and broccolini and why they matter.
This guide explores the ten best veggies for juicing, considering water content, texture, nutritional benefits, and flavors.
Juicing vegetables is a great way to take advantage of the nutrients some veggies have to offer. But not all greens are good candidates for juicing. Some don’t contain enough water content, others don’t have the right texture or flavors, and some can’t be consumed raw.
Join me in my search for the most flavorful green vegetables the world has to offer, from the nutrient-packed kale to the versatile spinach.
Of all the nutritious foods that you can include on your plate, green veggies continue to be some of the most celebrated. Whether you’re trying to lose weight or take better care of yourself, you can never include too many nutritious greens in your diet.
This guide explores ten of the most popular Chinese vegetables that can be prepared and consumed in many different ways.
In Chinese cuisine, veggies are very dominant, and even the Americanized version of Chinese food is often bursting with a good variety of greens. That should come as no surprise, given the extensive collection of native vegetables the land has to offer.
This guide shares fifteen tasty white vegetables from around the world, each with unique shapes, flavors, and nutritional profiles.
Colorful veggies get a lot of hype for their nutritional value and intense flavors, but white vegetables deserve just as much attention.
This guide explores the best-tasting vegetables for picky eaters, plus tips on how best to prepare and serve them so your kids will happily eat these veggies.
We all know that vegetables are good for us, as they offer us essential vitamins and minerals, and most have the unique ability to make us feel full without loading on calories.
But many vegetables have flavors and textures that make them an acquired taste. For those with sensitive palates, learning to love vegetables can be challenging, even more so for children.
Discover 15 stunning purple vegetables from around the world that will add a vibrant splash of color and nutrition to your kitchen and your meals.
Purple is a rare pigment in nature, but it does occasionally occur in flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Thanks to human ingenuity and some clever selective breeding, there are a lot more purple vegetables on the shelves than what nature alone could produce.
This guide explores eleven of the most popular types of edible mushrooms, each with its own unique looks, flavors, and nutritional benefits.
From a botanical perspective, mushrooms are classified as fungi. Unlike vegetables, mushrooms don’t have leaves or roots and don’t need light to grow. However, from a nutritional perspective, mushrooms are generally considered a vegetable. Mushrooms are nutrient-rich, with nutritional profiles quite similar to those of vegetables.