Fruits
Red, Yellow and Green. One a day really does keep the doctor away.
What are apples?
Plant these in trenches and be patient. It might take a couple years to get a decent yield.
What are asparagus?
Popular opinion is that only the ones grown in California don't contain arsenic. Dr. Neal Barnard says, "Best to eat the brown variety, but white is okay too."
What is rice?
The main ingredient in hummus.
What are garbanzo beans (or chickpeas)?
Packed with Omega 3's, these large beauties when chopped are perfect to add to cookies, pancakes, or oatmeal.
What are walnuts?
Grown in tropical climates, but eaten everywhere with breakfast.
What are bananas?
These are very good for your health but technically they are a fungus, not a vegetable.
What are mushrooms?
Actually a seed, not a grain, this is chock full of protein and cooks up quickly. But, can I pronounce it?
What is quinoa?
Put these in brownies or chocolate cake in place of the oil to cut the fat. I'll take mine in a mango salsa instead.
What are black beans?
Soak these and blend them up with some spices to create a fabulous vegan ricotta. They make for some pretty fantastic fondue and nut cheeses as well.
What are cashews?
Often described as a vegetable, this fruit add lycopene to your salad.
What is a tomato?
Technically an allium, this variety grows particularly well in Georgia.
What are vidalia onions?
White flour only contains this part of the wheat, being stripped of the bran and the germ.
What is the endosperm?
This versatile member of the legume family can be used in soups and stews to up the protein content. The small red ones will thicken up your spaghetti sauce, adding additional nutrition without you even tasting them.
What are lentils?
These seeds are rich in healthy fats and essential fatty acids and full of protein and other nutrients. They won't get you high, as their name might imply.
What are hemp seeds?
An oblong fruit with 5 ridges. Cut a cross section to see its shape.
What is a star fruit?
The immature flower bud of a thistle. Eat the heart; it's the best part.
What is an artichoke?
One of the ancient grains, it's actually three grains in one. Perhaps its name comes from the fact that it was found in Egyptian tombs.
What is farro?
Considered by most a nut, this is actually a legume.
What is the peanut?
What are flaxseeds?
This colorful fruit is especially rich in anthocyanin, a flavonoid with potent antioxidant capacity.
What is a blueberry?
This family of vegetables pack the most powerful nutrient punch!
What are cruciferous vegetables?
Its name comes from the ancient Egyptian word meaning wheat. It has much more protein than wheat and a nutty, buttery flavor and chewy consistency.
What is kamut?
Tradition has it in the south, you should eat one of these for each day of the year on New Year's Day to bring good luck. Add greens for wealth!
What are black eyed peas?
Lightly toast these and add them to pasta or salad dishes for good flavor. Use their Italian name and put them on cookies.
What are pine nuts (pignoli)?