Leafy and Cruciferous Vegetables

a type of vegetable with large green leaves, eaten raw in a salad

She picked some fresh lettuce from the garden and made herself a refreshing lettuce wrap.

dark and wide green leaves of an Asian plant that can be eaten cooked or uncooked

She added fresh spinach to the salad.

a type of lettuce with crisp leaves that are pale green in color and form a round ball

He prepared a simple salad with iceberg lettuce.

a peppery and leafy green vegetable commonly used in salads and as a garnish

The chef carefully arranged the arugula leaves on the plate as a beautiful garnish.

a leafy vegetable with crisp white stalks and dark green leaves

It is delicious to steam bok choy and serve it alongside grilled fish or chicken.

a vegetable with white or red leaf stalks and large green leaves, used in cooking

He stored the leftover chard in the refrigerator to use in future meals.

a blue-flowered herb of the daisy family, the root of which can be used with coffee and the leaves of which eaten in a salad

It reminded her of her childhood when her grandmother used to cook chicory with bacon.

a leafy green vegetable with slightly bitter taste, often used in salads or cooked dishes

He wondered if he could grow his own endive in a small pot on his balcony.

a variety of chicory that bears dark red leaves

He thought about using radicchio in a homemade pizza.

a type of lettuce with long, crisp leaves and a slightly bitter taste

He picked up a head of romaine from the grocery store and added it to his salad.

a vegetable with white or red leaf stalks and large green leaves, used in cooking

He added Swiss chard to his smoothie for an extra boost of nutrients.

a vegetable with elongated, tightly-packed leaves and a slightly bitter taste

He had never tried witloof before, but he decided to give it a chance.

a plant that grows in running water with pungent green leaves that are used in cooking

He proudly grows watercress in his backyard garden, using it in various home-cooked meals.

a variety of leafy vegetables that are commonly used as the base for salads

My grandfather enjoys growing his own salad greens in his backyard garden.

a large round vegetable with thick white, green or purple leaves, eaten raw or cooked

She prepared a delicious coleslaw using fresh cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing.

the flower head of a plant from the cabbage family that is white in color and is eaten as a vegetable

We added cauliflower to our vegetable soup for an extra dose of nutrients.

a vegetable with a thick stem and clusters of edible flower buds, typically green in color

He tried to mask the taste of the broccoli by adding extra seasoning and sauce.

a round green vegetable with a cluster of thick green leaves that form a bud, used in cooking

He dipped a leaf of the artichoke into the tangy sauce.

the round flower head of a vegetable with thick green leaves, the heart of which is edible

She picked up the globe artichoke from the market, excited to try a new recipe.

a root vegetable with a nutty flavor, often used as a substitute for potatoes

He loved the earthy taste of Jerusalem artichokes and often added them to his stir-fry dishes for an extra crunch.

a dark green type of broccoli

He imagines himself as a chef, creating a masterpiece dish with Calabrese as the star ingredient.

a type of cabbage with green or purple curly leaves

He was skeptical about trying kale at first, but after tasting a kale salad at a friend's party, he became a kale enthusiast.

the edible swollen stem of a plant of the cabbage family, used in cooking or salads

The party guests were intrigued by the kohlrabi slices on the appetizer platter.

a leafy green vegetable with crinkled leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavor

He picked up a beautiful head of savoy cabbage from the market.

(of a seed or plant) to begin growing

She plants seeds in the garden and watches them sprout after a few days.

a small round green vegetable from the cabbage family, used in cooking

I tried Brussels sprouts for the first time and discovered that they were surprisingly tasty.

a type of elongated vegetable native to Asia, with pale green leaves and thick white stems, used in cooking

I brought some Chinese cabbage home and asked my friend if they wanted to join me in making a delicious snack.

a leafy green vegetable with small, rounded leaves and a mild, slightly peppery flavor

I added brooklime to my sandwich, giving it a fresh and vibrant twist.

a common name for the plant species Chenopodium album, known for its edible leaves and seeds

I sprinkled some finely chopped fat hen over my omelet.

a leafy green vegetable with small, tender leaves and a mild, nutty flavor

She ensured that the lamb's lettuce received enough sunlight and water.

a flowering plant known for its vibrant flowers and soft, velvety leaves

He plucked a vibrant pink mallow flower from the garden and admired its soft petals.

a European plant of the parsley family that grows on seacoast and is sometimes pickled

She prepared a refreshing summer salad with cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and a sprinkle of samphire.

a Eurasian plant of the mustard family that grows near or in the sea, with edible young shoots

He gathered a bunch of sea kale from the shore.

a European plant that is from the dock family, the leaves of which add a sour taste to the food

Emily planted sorrel in her backyard to attract butterflies.

a flowering plant with fern-like leaves and clusters of small, aromatic flowers

He gathered some yarrow from the garden and brewed a soothing tea to relieve his cold symptoms.

cabbage that is chopped, fermented with lactic acid bacteria and preserved in salt water, used for cooking

It's amazing how a spoonful of sauerkraut can transform a simple dish into something delicious.