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Food Ingredients - Nightshades and Marrow Vegetables

Here you will learn the names of nightshades and marrow vegetables in English such as "pumpkin", "okra", and "zucchini".

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cucumber
cucumber
[noun]

a long fruit that has thin green skin and is used a lot in salads

Ex: He discovered the soothing properties of cucumber slices on his tired eyes after a long day. 
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eggplant
eggplant
[noun]

a vegetable with dark purple skin, which is eaten cooked

Ex: The Mediterranean restaurant served baba ganoush, a creamy dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini, and garlic, with warm pita bread. 
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pumpkin
pumpkin
[noun]

a large thick-skinned and round fruit with orange-yellow flesh and edible seeds

Ex: He carved a spooky face on the pumpkin and placed it on the front porch. 
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gourd
gourd
[noun]

a fruit from the family Cucurbitaceae, characterized by a hard outer shell and a hollow interior

Ex: She picked a small gourd from the garden and used it as a decorative vase for fresh flowers on her dining table. 
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squash
squash
[noun]

a group of edible plants that are typically harvested and cooked while still immature

Ex: He grew a beautiful yellow squash in his backyard garden and used it to make a delicious food. 
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tomatillo
tomatillo
[noun]

a small green fruit with a tart flavor commonly used in Mexican cuisine

Ex: My grandparents discovered the unique flavor of tomatillos while traveling in Mexico. 
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marrow
marrow
[noun]

a large long vegetable of the squash family with green skin and white flesh, grown on the ground

Ex: My mother added diced marrow to a summer salad, providing a refreshing and nutritious element to the mix. 
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zucchini
zucchini
[noun]

a long and thin vegetable with dark green skin

Ex: The recipe for the vegetable lasagna included layers of thinly sliced zucchini. 
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bell pepper

a small hollow fruit, typically red or green, etc., used in cooking or eaten raw

Ex: She added chopped bell pepper to the salad for extra crunch. 
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cayenne pepper

a variety of chili pepper known for its hot and spicy flavor

Ex: My son dislikes the taste of cayenne pepper as he finds it too spicy. 
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jalapeno
jalapeno
[noun]

a type of chili pepper known for its medium heat and distinct flavor

Ex: Among all kinds of pepper, my favorite is jalapeno for its spicy and flavorful kick. 
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chile
chile
[noun]

a spicy pepper commonly used in various cuisines for its heat and flavor

Ex: I believe that chiles are an essential ingredient in many traditional cuisines worldwide. 
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tomato
tomato
[noun]

a soft and round fruit that is red and is used a lot in salads and many other foods

Ex: He made a tomato and avocado salad with a zesty lemon dressing. 
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cherry tomato

a small-sized variety of tomato known for its sweet flavor and small, round shapees

Ex: My son never forgets to pack a few cherry tomatoes in his lunchbox. 
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plum tomato

a variety of tomato that is known for its oval shape and meaty texture

Ex: I like it when my mother blends the plum tomatoes into a smooth tomato soup. 
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beefsteak tomato

a large and meaty variety of tomato known for its robust flavor

Ex: He sliced the beefsteak tomato and stacked it on a burger for a juicy and flavorful bite. 
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acorn squash

a winter squash variety characterized by its small size and distinctive acorn-like shape

Ex: Including acorn squash in your diet can provide a rich supply of vitamins A and C. 
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butternut squash

a bell-shaped vegetable that grows on the ground with a sweet yellowish-orange flesh and many seeds

Ex: She decided to make a creamy butternut squash soup for her family's Sunday lunch. 
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okra
okra
[noun]

long green edible pods, mucilaginous in texture, commonly cooked in soups, stews, or sautéed

Ex: She added okra to the gumbo for thickness. 
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capsicum
capsicum
[noun]

a vegetable commonly known as bell pepper or sweet pepper, with a mild and slightly sweet flavor

Ex: I'm not a fan of spicy foods, but I really enjoy the mild flavor of yellow capsicum. 
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chilli
chilli
[noun]

the red or green fruit of a particular type of pepper plant, used in cooking for its hot taste

Ex: She added a chopped chilli to the soup for extra spice. 
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green pepper

a hollow fruit with a sweet taste and green color, eaten raw or cooked

Ex: I prefer green pepper over the red variety. 
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sweet pepper

a large hollow fruit, typically red, green, orange or yellow, eaten as a vegetable either raw or cooked

Ex: I enjoy the vibrant colors of sweet peppers in my salad, as they add a visual appeal to the dish. 
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calabash
calabash
[noun]

gourd-like fruit that is typically used for culinary and decorative purposes

Ex: She found a large, dried calabash and thought it would make a unique musical instrument. 
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pepper
pepper
[noun]

a hollow fruit, typically red, green, or yellow, eaten as a vegetable either raw or cooked with other food

Ex: As a vegetarian, she often substitutes meat with grilled peppers in her sandwiches. 
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chipotle
chipotle
[noun]

a type of smoked and dried jalapeño pepper that is often used as a spice or sauce in Mexican cuisine

Ex: He ordered a burrito with chipotle sauce, enjoying the smoky and spicy flavor it added to the dish. 
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pimento
pimento
[noun]

a type of pepper known for its sweet and mild flavor

Ex: We enjoyed a delicious stuffed chicken dish with pimento and cheese filling. 
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red pepper

a type of pepper with a very hot taste that is red in color

Ex: She added diced red pepper to the stir-fry for a sweet and crunchy texture. 
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