Name a Fruit or Veggie A to Z
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X- Xylitol
A natural sugar found in plums, Strawberries and raspberries0 -
X - Ximenia caffra
Ximenia afra,[3] the sourplum,[4] is a small tree or small shrub that is thinly branched. It is part of the Olacaceae family which is native throughout tropical regions. In particular, the sourplum is native to regions in South East Africa, mainly Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.[5] Sourplum fruits are generally sour, with a dry aftertaste, and contain significant amounts of potassium.[6] The tree is fairly hardy, with frost resistance and drought tolerance. The tree, fruit, seed, leaves, and roots are all used for human consumption, medicinally, or for fuel. Wikipedia1 -
Y - Yogurt filled with lots of berries and nuts1
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Z - Zebra eggplant
This unique African variety has a delicious, unexpectedly semi-sweet flavor. The fruit are versatile and can be eaten raw, boiled, sautéed, or in soups. Many traditional African recipes can be found online but they also are excellent simply grilled or sautéed with other veggies. Wikipedia1 -
A- African Horned Cucumber ("Cucumis metuliferus commonly called the African horned cucumber (shortened to horned cucumber), horned melon, spiked melon, jelly melon, or kiwano, is an annual vine in the cucumber and melon family Cucurbitaceae. Its fruit has horn -like spines, hence the name "horned melon". "When ripe, the thick outer skin of a kiwano melon is bright orange and covered in small spiny projections or horns. The inner flesh consists of a gelatinous, lime-green or yellow substance that houses a multitude of edible seeds." Wikipedia1
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Wow, that's an interesting vegetable, Lu da.
B - Babaco
Related to the papaya and said to taste something between a strawberry, papaya, kiwi and pineapple, the babaco’s scientific name is Carica pentagona. It is native to Ecuador and grows in a pentagonal shape, hence its scientific name! From Hurry the Food Up.1 -
Susan that fruit sounds delicious!
C - Calabash (Bottle Gourd) Used in various cuisines, calabash is a light green, smooth vegetable often used in stews and soups. It’s low in calories and offers a mild, versatile base for various dishes.1 -
D- Dates0
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E- Eggplant0
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F - figs0
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G- Grapefruit0
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H - Hazelnut1
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I - Ibope is a lesser-known fruit found in the Amazon rainforest of South America. It is a small, green fruit with a thin, smooth skin. The flesh of the fruit is juicy and slightly sour, similar to a lime or lemon. Ibope is rich in vitamin C and is often used in local cuisine for its tangy flavor. The fruit is also believed to have antioxidant properties and is used in traditional medicine for its potential health benefits. (Google)1
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J- Jalapeño Peppers 🌶0
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K - Kombucha tea
Kombucha is a fermented, lightly effervescent, sweetened black tea drink. Sometimes the beverage is called kombucha tea to distinguish it from the culture of bacteria and yeast. Juice, spices, fruit or other flavorings are often added. Kombucha is thought to have originated in China, where the drink is traditional.
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L - lemon1
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M- Melon 🍈0
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N - Nopales, also known as cactus pads. Nopales are a unique vegetable eaten in many parts of the world, especially in Mexico. They can be grilled, boiled, or used in salads and have a slightly tangy flavor. Rich in fiber and antioxidants, nopales are great for our digestion and overall health. (Google)1
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O - oranges1
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P - peppercorns for seasoning1
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Q- Quinoa0
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R- Rutabagas0
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S- Strawberries 🍓0
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T - Tamarillos1
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U - Uche is a South Asian vegetable known as bitter gourd for its mouth-puckering bitter taste. The bitterness increases as the bitter gourd ages in the plants. When they’re young and green, they have fewer seeds and are beautifully incorporated into a fried recipe. And they taste best when they’re unripe and green. The ripe ones contain lots of seeds and have a puckering flavor. Those who know the arts of cooking can reduce the bitterness of uche vegetables. You can make broth of these uche vegetables, but it’s always better to fry these veggies. (Google)1
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V- vine tomatoes0
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Uche vegetables sound interesting to say the least!
W - Whitlof cabbage1 -
X -Xanthium Strumarium is also known as the Cocklebur. It is native to North America, but has been exported to Australia, New Zealand, and South America. Unfortunately, is it largely considered an invasive weed.
The small prickly fruits are used medicinally in China to alleviate pain and headaches. There may be something to these claims as the fruit has become an ingredient in some western medicine specifically to fight cold and flu symptoms. The fruit also contains the toxic chemical carboxyatractyloside and several other toxins.
We have these in the mountains and the dogs get them in their hair. It is very difficult to get them out and painful for the dog.1 -
Y- Yams0
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I had never heard that about Cockleburrs, Linda. It's interesting!
Z - Zestar apple
The Zestar! apple (trade mark) or Minnewashta (cultivar) is an apple cultivar released in 1999. It was developed by the horticulturalists at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's Horticultural Resource Center, at the University of Minnesota. Wikipedia0
