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Food Ingredients - Bulb and Stem Vegetables

Here you will learn the names of bulb and stem vegetables in English such as "celery", "garlic", and "scallion".

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celery
celery
[noun]

a green vegetable that people eat raw or use in cooking

Ex: He dislikes the taste of celery and avoids it in his meals. 
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celtuce
celtuce
[noun]

a vegetable with both lettuce-like leaves and a thick stem

Ex: He picked some fresh celtuce from the garden and prepared a refreshing salad for himself. 
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asparagus
asparagus
[noun]

a long green vegetable with edible stems, used in cooking or eaten raw

Ex: I always look forward to spring when asparagus is in season. 
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cardoon
cardoon
[noun]

a thistle-like plant with edible stalks and leaves, commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine

Ex: He harvested the cardoon from his garden and cooked it into a delicious side dish. 
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celeriac
celeriac
[noun]

the knobby edible root of a plant of the celery family that is very scented, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: He was surprised to find celeriac in the grocery store and couldn't wait to try a new recipe with it. 
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chives
chives
[noun]

the slender leaves of a plant closely related to the onion, with purple flowers, that is used as a culinary herb

Ex: He carefully snipped a few chives from the herb garden to garnish his omelette. 
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garlic
garlic
[noun]

a type of vegetable having a strong smell and spicy flavor that is used in cooking

Ex: Garlic has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. 
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fennel
fennel
[noun]

a plant with feathery leaves and a round thick stem, used as a vegetable or for adding flavor to food

Ex: He discovered that fennel tea helped soothe his upset stomach. 
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garlic chive

a herbaceous plant with flat, narrow leaves that have a distinct garlic-like flavor

Ex: As the sun set, they gathered around the backyard fire pit, enjoying homemade garlic chive-infused popcorn. 
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kohlrabi
kohlrabi
[noun]

the edible swollen stem of a plant of the cabbage family, used in cooking or salads

Ex: The party guests were intrigued by the kohlrabi slices on the appetizer platter. 
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lemongrass

a fragrant herb with a distinct citrus-like flavor

Ex: As a home remedy, I steeped lemongrass in hot water and drank it to relieve a sore throat. 
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leek
leek
[noun]

a plant of the onion family with layers of green leaves and a white stem, used in cooking

Ex: It was a challenge to find leeks at the grocery store, but she finally got her hands on them. 
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nopal
nopal
[noun]

a type of cactus commonly used in Mexican cuisine for its edible pads or paddles

Ex: After visiting a local market, he bought fresh nopal to prepare a traditional Mexican dish. 
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onion
onion
[noun]

a round vegetable with many layers and a strong smell and taste

Ex: I added chopped green onions to my Asian-inspired noodle dish. 
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Prussian asparagus

a unique variety of asparagus known for its tender stalks and distinct flavor

Ex: She decided to surprise her family with a delicious Prussian asparagus soup for dinner. 
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scallion
scallion
[noun]

a young onion taken from the ground before the root is formed, with a long green stem, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: They enjoy the delicate crunch of fresh scallions in their homemade tacos. 
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spring onion

a young onion taken from the ground before the root is enlarged, with a long green stem, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: It's always a delight to find fresh spring onions at the farmers market. 
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shallot
shallot
[noun]

a type of onion plant producing small clustered mild-flavored bulbs used as seasoning

Ex: He caramelized the shallots and served them as a topping for his juicy steak. 
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welsh onion

a perennial plant with long, slender green leaves and a mild onion flavor

Ex: He tossed sliced Welsh onion into his salad for a refreshing crunch. 
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wild leek
wild leek
[noun]

a type of wild onion with a distinct garlicky flavor

Ex: He looked at his daughter planting wild leek bulbs in the garden. 
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green onion

a young onion taken from the ground before the root is enlarged, with a long green stem, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: She loves the mild and refreshing taste of green onions in her sushi rolls. 
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purple onion

a type of onion with a vibrant purple outer skin and a mild, sweet flavor

Ex: It's recommended to soak the purple onion slices in cold water to reduce their sharpness before using them in salads. 
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Spanish onion

a type of onion with a mild taste and yellowish-brown skin

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pearl onion

a small, round onion used in culinary applications for its mild flavor and pearl-like appearance

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green bean

a type of green vegetable that is long and thin and is used in cooking

Ex: It's best to blanch the green beans before freezing them for long-term storage. 
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pea
pea
[noun]

a green seed, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: He carefully harvested the ripe peas, ensuring not to damage the delicate pods. 
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snow pea
snow pea
[noun]

a flat-podded pea variety that is harvested and eaten when both the pod and the peas inside are still young and tender

Ex: As a vegetarian, she often used snow peas as a substitute for meat in her stir-fry dishes. 
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sugar snap pea

a variety of pea with edible pods that are sweet and crunchy

Ex: She loves snacking on sugar snap peas during her afternoon break. 
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bean
bean
[noun]

a seed growing in long pods on a climbing plant, eaten as a vegetable

Ex: I like to add beans to my salads for an extra dose of fiber and texture. 
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wax bean
wax bean
[noun]

a dwarf bean with yellow pods

Ex: They are planning to toss wax beans with olive oil, vinegar, and fresh herbs to create a refreshing salad. 
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runner bean

a scarlet bean that grows in green pods on a climbing plant, used in cooking

Ex: Last year my son discovered a giant runner bean in his garden and couldn't wait to show it off to his friends. 
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