Nutrition
This is the key nutrient in the vegetable group.
What is vitamin A?
Carrot, Turnip, Radish, Beet
What are vegetables from the root of the plant.
These four things are lost when vegetables are overcooked.
What is color, flavor, texture & nutritive value.
Wash under cool water.
How should most vegetables be cleaned?
This substance gives color to green vegetables.
What is cholorphyll?
This substance converts in the body to vitamin A.
What is beta carotene?
Celery & Asparagus
What are vegetables from the stem of the plant?
Boil, microwave, steam, fry, grill, roast etc.
What are ways to cook vegetables?
Cook uncovered.
What should you do to ensure that green vegetables retain their color?
_______ ________ occurs when the cells of cut, bruised, or peeled vegetables are exposed to oxygen.
What is enzymatic browning?
This nutrient is found in vegetables, rinses out of the body every day.
What is vitamin C?
Cauliflower, broccoli, artichoke
What are vegetables from the flower of the plant?
Crisp-tender or fork-tender
What do you call vegetables that are perfectly cooked?
These two vegetables are good sources of Vitamin C.
What are tomatoes, cabbage, & broccoli?
This substance, found in vegetables, protects cells from harmful chemicals that may cause cancer & heart disease.
What are anti oxidants?
What nutrient, found in vegetables, fruit, and whole grains, helps to regulate body processes?
What is fiber??
This classification of vegetables is strong flavored and often used for seasoning
What are bulbs?
his method of cooking vegetables requires that the cover be vented.
What is microwaving?
These vegetables should be stored in a cool, dry place.
What are potatoes and onions?
This substance gives structure to plants.
What is cellulose?
Lasagna florintine includes this ingredient.
What is spinach?
These two classifications of vegetables are starchy.
What are tubers and seeds?
Cooking in a large amount of water will eliminate these nutrients.
What are water soluble nutrients or Vitamins B or C
This term refers to vegetables that may reduce the risk of certain cancers.
What is cruciferous?
Using these substances can prevent enzamatic browning
What are citrus juices or acids?