When it comes to categorizing our foods, we often don't pay enough attention. As an example, we tend to throw things into classifications "vegetables" or “fruits” without thinking about it too much.
Today, we will unravel the mystery of six “vegetables” that are actually fruits! Get ready to transform your view of the foods present on your table every day!
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First of all, let's explain the particularities of each type of edible plant.
Fruits are actually the reproductive organs of plants, they contain seeds and usually develop from flowers.
Vegetables, on the other hand, are edible parts of plants, such as leaves, roots, stems and flowers, and they do not usually have seeds.
Now that you know the scientific definition of each one, let’s get to our list!
1. Pepper
Let's start with a spicy surprise! A pepper, which is often used to add flavor and a touch of heat to our dishes, is actually a fruit.
It contains seeds and fits perfectly into the botanical definition of fruit. Now, the next time you add pepper to your food, remember that you are giving your meal a fruity touch.
2. Cucumber
Another interloper in the vegetable category is cucumber. It's surprising, isn't it? This refreshing vegetable, with a high water content and perfect for salads, is actually a fruit.
Cucumbers also contain seeds and grow from the flowers of a plant. So the next time you enjoy a chilled cucumber, know that you are eating fruit!
3. Zucchini
A zucchini It is often used in savory dishes, but, to everyone's surprise, it is another fruit camouflaged as a vegetable.
Because zucchinis contain seeds and are produced from flowers, they meet the botanical criteria for a fruit. Use them in a vegetarian lasagna recipe for a fruity touch to your dish.
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4. Pumpkin
Another member of the cucurbit family (a relative of zucchini) that misleads us is the pumpkin. Just like the previous one, pumpkins are fruits.
Their versatility in the kitchen, whether in soups, roasts or pies, makes it hard to believe they are classified as fruits. But, believe me, they are!
5. Olive
Olives, those little delicacies that we add to our pizzas and salads, are also fruits. They are harvested from olive trees, which are fruit trees.
Even though they have a unique flavor and are generally considered a complement, they fit perfectly into the fruit category.
6. Corn
Here's another unexpected twist: corn is a fruit! The juicy, starchy seeds of corn grow from flowers on the stalk.
So the next time you enjoy some corn on the cob on the barbecue, remember that you're enjoying a roasted fruit, not a vegetable.
