Nopales (cactus pads) are a good source of fiber, and can help regulate blood sugar levels. elaborate share
Artichokes are actually the flower buds of a thistle-like plant. elaborate share
Taro root is a staple food in many Polynesian cultures, and its cultivation predates written history in the region. elaborate share
Sprouts are surprisingly high in vitamin C, often exceeding the amount found in many citrus fruits. elaborate share
Carrots were originally purple, white, or yellow; the orange carrot we know today is a relatively recent development. elaborate share
Botanically, a tomato is a fruit, not a vegetable. elaborate share
Crosnes, France is known for its production of crosnes, a small, knobbly tuber vegetable also known as Chinese artichokes. elaborate share
