Allium
This allium is known for its strong odor and is often used to add flavor to dishes; it can also ward off vampires, according to folklore.
Garlic
What is an allium (or ornamental onion)?
Tomato
This Brassica vegetable is known for its dense, green or purple heads and is often steamed or used in salads.
Broccoli
This umbellifer is known for its feathery leaves and is often used to flavor fish dishes.
Dill
This legume is often used to make hummus and is also known as a garbanzo bean.
Chick Pea
This allium is commonly used in salads and sandwiches and has a milder flavor compared to its bulbous relatives.
Green onion (Scallion)
This Solanaceae plant is known for its tuberous roots and is a key ingredient in French fries.
Potato
This leafy green Brassica is often used in Southern U.S. cuisine and is known for its slightly bitter taste.
What is collard greens?
This umbellifer is commonly used in salads and has a crisp texture and mild flavor.
Celery
This type of bean is a staple in Mexican cuisine and is often used in refried beans.
Pinto bean
This allium is often caramelized to bring out its sweetness and is a key ingredient in a French soup that has a slice of bread and melted cheese on top.
What is an onion?
This Solanaceae species is often used in spicy dishes and comes in varieties like jalapeño and habanero.
Chili Pepper
This Brassica is known for its large, white head and is often used as a low-carb substitute for rice or mashed potatoes.
Cauliflower
This umbellifer is known for its aromatic seeds, which are often used in baking and pickling.
Caraway
This legume is known for its high protein content and is a key ingredient in tofu.
Soybean
This small, purple-skinned allium is often used in gourmet cooking and has a more delicate flavor than onions.
Shallot
This Solanaceae plant is known for its large, purple fruit and is often used in dishes like ratatouille and baba ghanoush.
Eggplant
This Brassica is known for its small, round, green buds that grow along a stalk and is often roasted or steamed.
Brussels Sprouts
This umbellifer has a distinctive licorice flavor and is often used in Mediterranean cuisine.
Fennel
This small, round legume is often used in soups and is known for its lens-like shape.
Lentil
This allium is known for its large, globe-shaped flower heads and is often grown as an ornamental plant.
What is an allium (or ornamental onion)?
This Solanaceae plant is known for its psychoactive properties and has been used historically in rituals and medicine.
Tobacco
This Brassica is known for its peppery leaves and is often used in salads and as a garnish.
Arugula (aka Rocket)
This umbellifer is known for its white, umbrella-shaped flower clusters and is often found growing wild in fields and along roadsides.
Queen Anne's lace (or wild carrot)
A large green pod about 15 cm long. Large beans. Popular in the Mediterranean region.
Fava Bean