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Basic Nouns - Vegetables

Here you will learn some English nouns related to vegetables such as "carrot", "spinach", and "radish".

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carrot
carrot
[noun]

a long orange vegetable that grows beneath the ground and is eaten cooked or raw

Ex: He pretended the carrot was a microphone and sang a silly song in front of the mirror. 
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potato
potato
[noun]

a round vegetable that grows beneath the ground, has light brown skin, and is used cooked or fried

Ex: He used leftover mashed potatoes to make cheesy potato croquettes. 
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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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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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broccoli
broccoli
[noun]

a vegetable with a thick stem and clusters of edible flower buds, typically green in color

Ex: He tried to mask the taste of the broccoli by adding extra seasoning and sauce. 
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spinach
spinach
[noun]

dark and wide green leaves of an Asian plant that can be eaten cooked or uncooked

Ex: She added fresh spinach to the salad. 
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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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mushroom
mushroom
[noun]

any fungus with a short stem and a round top that we can eat

Ex: He likes his sandwich with fresh lettuce, tomato, and mushrooms. 
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corn
corn
[noun]

a tall plant with large yellow seeds that grow together on a cob, which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable or animal food

Ex: He added sweet corn to his salad for extra crunch. 
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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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lettuce
lettuce
[noun]

a type of vegetable with large green leaves, eaten raw in a salad

Ex: She picked some fresh lettuce from the garden and made herself a refreshing lettuce wrap. 
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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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parsley
parsley
[noun]

an aromatic herb with flat or curly leaves, typically chopped and used to garnish or season food

Ex: She sprinkled parsley over the pasta. 
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radish
radish
[noun]

an edible root of red color with a pungent taste that is eaten raw in salads

Ex: My mother pickled radishes with vinegar and spices. 
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rutabaga
rutabaga
[noun]

the swollen yellow root of a plant of the cabbage family, used in cooking

Ex: He used rutabaga slices as a healthy alternative to tortillas. 
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artichoke
artichoke
[noun]

a round green vegetable with a cluster of thick green leaves that form a bud, used in cooking

Ex: He dipped a leaf of the artichoke into the tangy sauce. 
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bok choy
bok choy
[noun]

a leafy vegetable with crisp white stalks and dark green leaves

Ex: It is delicious to steam bok choy and serve it alongside grilled fish or chicken. 
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cabbage
cabbage
[noun]

a large round vegetable with thick white, green or purple leaves, eaten raw or cooked

Ex: She prepared a delicious coleslaw using fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing. 
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cauliflower

the flower head of a plant from the cabbage family that is white in color and is eaten as a vegetable

Ex: We added cauliflower to our vegetable soup for an extra dose of nutrients. 
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iceberg lettuce

a type of lettuce with crisp leaves that are pale green in color and form a round ball

Ex: He prepared a simple salad with iceberg lettuce. 
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Brussels sprout

a small round green vegetable from the cabbage family, used in cooking

Ex: I tried Brussels sprouts for the first time and discovered that they were surprisingly tasty. 
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arugula
arugula
[noun]

a peppery and leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and as a garnish

Ex: The chef carefully arranged the arugula leaves on the plate as a beautiful garnish. 
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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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chili
chili
[noun]

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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sweet potato

a vegetable similar to a potato in shape that has a sweet taste and white flesh

Ex: She baked sweet potatoes until they were tender and served them as a healthy side dish. 
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kale
kale
[noun]

a type of cabbage with green or purple curly leaves

Ex: He was skeptical about trying kale at first, but after tasting a kale salad at a friend's party, he became a kale enthusiast. 
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Swiss chard

a vegetable with white or red leaf stalks and large green leaves, used in cooking

Ex: He added Swiss chard to his smoothie for an extra boost of nutrients. 
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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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turnip
turnip
[noun]

a root vegetable with creamy flesh and white and purple skin, used in cooking

Ex: He used turnip leaves as natural wrapping for steamed dumplings. 
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radicchio
radicchio
[noun]

a variety of chicory that bears dark red leaves

Ex: He thought about using radicchio in a homemade pizza. 
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chicory
chicory
[noun]

a blue-flowered herb of the daisy family, the root of which can be used with coffee and the leaves of which eaten in a salad

Ex: It reminded her of her childhood when her grandmother used to cook chicory with bacon. 
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endive
endive
[noun]

a leafy green vegetable with slightly bitter taste, often used in salads or cooked dishes

Ex: He wondered if he could grow his own endive in a small pot on his balcony. 
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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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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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watercress

a plant that grows in running water with pungent green leaves that are used in cooking

Ex: He proudly grows watercress in his backyard garden, using it in various home-cooked meals. 
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parsnip
parsnip
[noun]

the white root of a plant of the parsley family with a sweet taste that is used in cooking

Ex: She used parsnips as the main ingredient in her creamy parsnip soup. 
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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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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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cilantro
cilantro
[noun]

a leafy herb that has a strong and slightly sour taste

Ex: She added fresh cilantro to the salad. 
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daikon
daikon
[noun]

a mild radish with a white slender root that is used in Asian cuisine

Ex: He sliced the daikon radish into thin strips and added it to his fresh salad. 
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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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beet
beet
[noun]

a vegetable with a round dark red root that is used in cooking or producing sugar

Ex: She roasted beets with olive oil and herbs for a flavorful side dish. 
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chard
chard
[noun]

a vegetable with white or red leaf stalks and large green leaves, used in cooking

Ex: He stored the leftover chard in the refrigerator to use in future meals. 
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