types of fruits/vegetables
This unique property is used to test the freshness and quality of ___________.
Cranberries
These colors indicate a good source of beta-carotene, which converts to vitamin A in the body, and vitamin C, which supports the immune system.
Orange and Yellow
Grilling __________ can add smoky flavors and grill marks.
vegetables
While often considered a vegetable, _______ are technically fruits because they develop from the flower's ovary and contain seeds.
tomatoes
____________, while often called berries, are actually not true berries botanically; they are aggregate fruits with seeds on the outside.
Strawberries
___ fruits and vegetables contain these pigments, which are associated with heart health, digestion, and eye health.
red
Simmering is a moist-heat cooking method ideal for ______, particularly in stews and compotes. It softens and tenderizes ______, and the liquid used can be water, wine, or the ______' own juices.
fruits
These are not berries, but rather a fruit. A true berry is a fleshy fruit with seeds on the inside, while ____________ have their seeds on the outside.
strawberries
Botanically, ______ are the part of a plant that develops from a flower and contains seeds.
tomatoes/fruits
These pigments are powerful antioxidants that may reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
Blue and Purple
Braising is a slow-cooking method that combines browning with simmering, perfect for tenderizing tougher ___________ and ______.
vegetables/fruits
________ is actually a flower, with the edible part being its flowering head.
Broccoli
Genetic mutations led to the orange color we see today.
carrots
This pigment gives _____ fruits and vegetables their color and is linked to lower cholesterol and wound healing
Green
Slow cooking is particularly effective for __________, as it helps to bring out their natural sweetness and softens their texture.
vegetables
This fruit can contain up to 1400 seeds.
Pomegranate
A single cup of cooked ________ contains more protein than the same amount of steak.
broccoli
_____ fruits and vegetables, like onions and potatoes, are colored by these pigments, which may lower blood pressure and cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease, stomach cancer, and stroke.
White
Roasting __________ concentrates their flavors, caramelizes their sugars, and results in tender textures. This method also works well for ______, creating succulent, juicy, and tender results.
vegetables/fruits
These are often considered a vegetable, but they are also a fruit, as they develop from the flower of the ________ plant.
Cucumbers