Fruits
Vegetables
Protein
Grains
Dairy
100
Which citrus fruit shares its name with a color?
Orange
100
What vegetable looks like a small tree?
Broccoli
100
True of false: Protein only comes from meat
False; beans, legumes, nuts and seeds are all plant sources of protein
100
What is the whole grain version of white rice?
Brown rice
100
Which US state is the largest producer of cheese?
Wisconsin
200
Which tropical fruit is the main ingredient in guacamole?
Avocado
200
Which famous leafy green is known for being rich in iron?
Spinach
200
What is the role protein plays in our body?
Muscle building and tissue repair
200
How many servings of whole grains should we have per day?
3
200
What natural mineral is found in all dairy products?
Calcium
300
What type of fruit is a banana?
Berry
300
What is the name for a mix of onion, celery, and carrot?
Mirepoix
300
What are the components that make up protein called?
Amino acids
300
What are the 3 parts of a whole grain?
Bran, germ, endosperm
300
What is the name of the sugar naturally found in milk?
Lactose
400
On average, how many seeds does a strawberry have?
200
400
What is the only vegetable to be grown in space?
Lettuce
400
A protein that contains all 9 essential amino acids is called what?
A complete protein
400
What is the only grain native to North America?
Wild rice
400
What is the name of the healthy bacteria found in yogurt?
Probiotics
500
Can juice count as a serving of fruit?
Yes- only if it is 100% fruit juice.
500
Following USDA MyPlate standards, how much of your plate should have veggies?
1/2 
500
Name one of the 9 essential amino acids
Acceptable answers:
-Leucine
-Isoleucine
-Valine
-Histidine
-Threonine
-Methionine
-Phenylalanine
-Tryptophan
-Lysine
500
Is wild rice actually rice?
No; it is a pseduograin and botanically considered to be grass
500
What enzyme does our body need to digest dairy?
Lactase