Whoever Can't Name 100% Of These Fruits & Veggies Probably Still Lives At Home!
- by Joseph Pulford
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Fruits and vegetables are a staple of a healthy diet, but let's face it we all fall into nutrition ruts from time to time. Studies have shown that only one in ten people are consuming the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables. For those wondering it is suggested that people should eat three servings of vegetables and two servings of fruit every day. With so many different options in these amazing food groups, the average person should be enjoying different fruits and veggies every day, but the sad fact is even people who do eat them tend to eat the same handful of fruits and vegetables each week.
This quiz is going to take a look at different fruits and vegetables that are available in almost every supermarket. Some look strange, and others look very familiar, but they are all edible and many of them are quite tasty. For the purposes of this quiz, we are going to be considering these fruits and vegetables based on the culinary definition, and not their scientific classification. If it is most often put in a normal salad it is a vegetable, and if it goes in a fruit salad it is a fruit.
What fruit is this?
This fruit has always been strongly tied to the United States, especially when it is enjoyed in a pie baked by a mother while watching baseball. The fruit is also a symbol of fall and the harvest. This fruit was widely believed to need a frost before it was picked to help set the sugars, but that has been proven to be false. This fruit also lends its name to one of the largest tech companies in the world. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is a marshland plant that has long fibrous stalks which tapper into leaves at the top. It is known for its distinctive crunch that can add texture to many different meals. Often consumed by people on diets this vegetable is supposed to have a negative caloric impact, meaning it consumes more energy to eat and digest then it produces, but this is incorrect. However, it is an exact source of fiber and can help keep people full. What vegetable is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is a staple in many cultures as the primary ingredient of salads. With many different varieties including iceberg and romaine, this vegetable is served on hamburgers and sandwiches. When fresh this vegetable has a very satisfying crunch that can add a layer of texture to most meals. In recent years health-conscious consumers have used this vegetable's leaves as wraps for sandwiches. The vegetable was first cultivated by ancient Egyptians. The leafy greens in this veggie are good for vitamin A. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
There are over 1000 different types of this fruit that grow around the world, but there are three types that have been used in almost every supermarket for the last 100 years. This fruit is susceptible to different blights, which have affected the Grand Nain and Gros Michel varieties of this fruit. Though they are not mass produced any more people can still try these versions if they look for them. Today the grocery shelves are full of the Cavendish version of this fruit, but that may change. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is a root that is often added to salads to give them a little extra crunch. Though this vegetable is often thought of as red, it can be many different colors including white, pink, purple, green, black, and yellow. Though the entire plant is edible, the leaves are usually not eaten. If picked at the right time the bulb is crunchy and sweet. The seeds of these plants are being researched as a possible biofuel because they are almost 50% oil. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit is known for its sweet flavor and juicy meat. This fruit can sometimes look very similar to apples but it has stone cells, which give it a distinctly gritty texture. This fruit is harvested in temperate areas in the later summer or early fall. It is used in all sorts of jellies, jams, and juices. This fruit is also famous for being mentioned many times in the Christmas carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas. What is the name of this fruit?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is vine grown and is part of the gourd family. Scientifically this plant is a fruit, but it is culinarily referred to as a vegetable, largely because of its use. This vegetable can be enjoyed with or without its skin and is often used as an add-on in salads. It can also be pickled and enjoyed that way, in fact, this vegetable is one of the most common pickled things in the world, but not the only kind. What is this vegetable?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is in the same family as cabbage. It is known for its large flowering head. This vegetable is green and is often enjoyed as raw or cooked florets. It can be paired with salad dressing, dip, or butter. Though the stalk is edible, it is very tough and is often chopped down in preparation. This vegetable was first found in the Mediterranean area and was brought to Europe in the 18th century. It didn't become widely popular in the U.S until the 1920's. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit is known for its fuzzy skin, juicy pulp, and large hard stone. It is very strongly associated with Georgia and can be seen on the license plates from that state. This fruit and the non-fuzzy skinned nectarine are both the same species. They are considered separate fruits by most supermarkets though. The tree that grows these fruits was native to China, who is still the leading producer of this fruit. It is often enjoyed in a cobbler. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is a plant that is closely related to garlic, leeks, and chives. The part of this vegetable that we eat is actually the bulb of this plant. They are used to flavor many things, often being chopped up and cooked with different meats. It can be added to salads hamburgers and pizza as a topping. They can be fairly sweet. They are also powdered and used as a spice. A very popular side dish involves cutting this veggie into rings and frying them. What is this vegetable?
What Fruit is this?
This fruits name was often used in England to describe any dried fruit, especially raisins that were placed in deserts. Oddly enough, dried versions of this fruit are called prunes. Even as it was being used to describe other dried fruits this purple and red fruit was being enjoyed around the world. It is thought to be one of the earliest cultivated fruits. The fruits name is also used to describe exceptional job opportunities. What kind of fruit became synonymous with sweet?
What vegetable is this?
This root vegetable is known for its crunch. Though the most popular version of this veggie is orange, it can be other colors, including purple, black, red, white, and yellow. This vegetable is high in beta-carotene and vitamin K. However this veggie's reported eyesight benefits were actual propaganda put forward by the British military in World War II. This vegetable more than any other is strongly associated with bunnies, possibly thanks to Bugs Bunny using one to imitate comedians of the era. What is this vegetable?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is one of the staple foods for many parts of the world. Its production has surpassed wheat and rice. It was first domesticated in Mexico. Before being domesticated this vegetable grew more like wheat, but it was cultivated to become the large cobs that are now on many dinner tables. This plant is versatile and can be used as a sweet syrup, ground into a powder for a baking meal, or refined into a fuel source. What is this vegetable?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is known for coming in a few different colors including, red, orange, yellow, white, and purple. However, the most common version of this vegetable is green. This vegetable is known for its sweet taste, unlike some of its other family members which can be very spicy. This is the only member of its genus that does not produce capsaicin. This vegetable is native to South America and Mexico. This veggie is a great source of vitamin C. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This is one of the most cultivated fruits from all around the world. This plant is used in jams, juices, vinegar, and wine, and has been a staple of human food since the dawn of farming. This plant grows yeast on its skin natural, which means that it may have been the first time early humans discovered fermentation. This fruit grows on vines in bunches. It grows in the wild in most places. Dried versions of this fruit are called raisins. What fruit is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit was so famous that its name actually replaced the name of a color in the English language. This fruit is a member of the citrus family. It was brought to Europe by the Moors in the 10th century when it was cultivated in Spain. The fruit would travel to the new world in the 15th century, brought by Columbus. It is very rich in Vitamin C and was used to help combat diseases such as scurvy. What is this fruit?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable can be found in many different forms, including string, snap and French style. These are one of the few members of its family that are consumed with the pod still on. These vegetables are often separated by how they grow, either on bushes or as part of a climbing vine, though some types use both methods. This veggie can be eaten fresh but is often canned so it can be stored longer. What type of vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit can be found growing in Asia but has become more and more popular in the United States. The whole fruit is edible, even the skin, making it more like peaches and pears than melons or bananas. Though the fruit is sweet, it doesn't have a high sugar content and is often valued for its tart and sour undertones. This fruit is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. What is the name of this fruit, whose cross-section has a very distinct shape?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is known for its edible spongy and absorbent flesh which is used in cooking. It is part of the nightshade family, but it is not poisonous to humans. It has been widely used in Asia and the Middle East but was avoided in Europe because it was thought to cause insanity. In modern cooking, this vegetable is often used as a meat replacement in vegetarian dishes, and it is especially common to see it replace veal in a parmesan plate. What is this veggie?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is the mythical reason why Athens was named after Athena. It was said that Poseidon offered the people of the city the horse, and Athena offered this plant. Though the horse was incredibly useful, it could not compare to how important this plant was in Greek life. This versatile veggie can be eaten, but its oil is used in everything from salad dressing to moisturizers. They can be eaten raw, but they taste better when they have been cured and fermented. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fuzzy fruit is sometimes referred to as a Chinese gooseberry, but it has another name that is more common. The fruit is native to China, but it spread to New Zealand in the 20th century. The fruit took on the name of a bird and the nickname for people from New Zealand when it was imported to the United States in the 1960's. Though the whole fruit is edible, the skin is usually peeled off and discarded due to its unpleasant texture. What is the name of this fruit?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is known for is a large pit or stone, and its fleshy body which is edible. They are often egg-shaped but can be spherical. It has a very high fat content which is mostly monounsaturated fats. It is considered a superfood because of its unique mix of fats, vitamins, and minerals. This vegetable is used to make guacamole, and more of it is consumed on Super Bowl Sunday than any other day of the year. What is this vegetable?
What fruit is this?
This fruit is a staple of picnics and has become one of the fruits most widely associated with summer. The hard outer shell of this fruit is usually discarded and the red fleshy center is enjoyed by all. Though Seedless varieties of this fruit have been available since 1939, some people still enjoy partaking in seed spitting competitions at barbeques and gatherings. This fruit grows on vines and usually lays on the ground. What is the name of this fruit?
What fruit is this?
This fruit is often the only food seen on desert islands in pirate and shipwreck movies. It has a very hard outer shell that must be cracked open before the fruit can be eaten. This fruit can be enjoyed raw, and when it is cracked open it has a juice in the center that is known as its water. It is used for more than just food. Its oil is often used in moisturizers and makeups. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is sometimes called grams, garbanzo or Egyptian peas. It is high in protein, which makes it a popular food choice for vegetarians. It is a very important part of the Middle East and Indian cuisine. This bean has been used as a substitute for coffee. This veggie can also be ground into a flour for baking. Along with Sesame seed oil and lemon, this vegetable is used to make hummus. They are also used in desserts in the Philippines. What kind of vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This tropical fruit grows near to the ground on bushes. The name of this fruit was first used as a term for the seed producing parts of evergreens. In fact, this fruit took the name because the exterior skin of this fruit reminded explores of pine cones. It has become strongly associated with Hawaii, but it grows in most tropical places. This fruit is used in many different forms, but one of the most controversial uses happens when it is added to pizza. What fruit is this?
What fruit is this?
This extremely juicy stone fruit is part of the same family as the cashew tree. This fruit is very important to many tropical regions and has been made the national fruit of many countries. The skin of this fruit is edible, but it is fairly tough and often discarded. The skin can also cause inflammation when it comes in contact with skin. The sweet flavor of this fruit is used to help control the heat of many spices in food, most often habanero peppers. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is a variety of the common bean that got its name from its color and shape. It can have other colors though and can be spotted and striped. The vegetable is native to Mexico and Central America. They are often added to meat dishes. When mixed with rice this vegetable can become a full protein, which makes it very useful in vegetarian diets. When not cooked this veggie contains a toxic element that could cause harm. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit is native to South Asia and comes from a flowering evergreen plant. The fruit is famous for its highly sour taste and is often used to add flavor to things. The fruit is used in various ways, but most famously it is added to water with sugar to make a refreshing summer drink. It is very acidic with a pH of 2.2 and is a wonderful source of vitamin C. The fresh smell of this fruit makes it popular for cleaning. What is this fruit?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is sometimes referred to as ladyfingers. It is an edible seed pod that can be cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. This veggie can have a gooey texture when cooked, and it is sometimes used to help substitute milk components in cooking, especially when mixed with cocoa. The seeds of this planet have been used to make caffeine-free coffee substitutes. This vegetable's seeds can also be refined and used as a biofuel. What kind of vegetable is this?
What vegetable is this?
There is a myth about this vegetable's high levels of iron that was caused by a simple math error when researching the nutritional benefits. Erich von Wolf misplaced a decimal, so instead of 3.5 g of iron, it became 35 grams. The myth was propagated by the cartoon character Popeye who helped popularize this veggie. All leafy greens have high amounts of iron, and so this veggie is still good to eat, but it may not make a person strong to the finish just for eating it. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit can sometimes be called a muskmelon, mushmelon, or rockmelon, but it has a more widely accepted name. The name for this fruit was originally only used for smooth-skinned melons that contained orange fruit, but the name would grow to include most melons with orange fruit. When eating this fruit the rind and seed pulp is usually discarded and the firm orange meat is consumed. When ripe this fruit is very sweet. It is often used in fruit salads. What is this fruit?
What vegetable is this?
This leafy green is related to Brussel sprouts, but it much larger. The plant is very dense and can be green, purple, or white. This vegetable can be prepared many different ways but is also often eaten raw, especially in a salad. When this veggie is fermented it can be called sauerkraut. It is a great source of vitamin C and vitamin K as well as B6 and folate. This veggie was also the inspiration behind a very popular doll in the late 70's and early 80's. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit grows on bushes. In most cases, the lowbush version tends to be the wild version of this fruit, and the highbush version tends to indicate cultivation. This versatile fruit is used in many different ways and it is known for being very sweet. The fruit got its name from its distinct color, which gets even dark when they are boiled down for pie fillings, or jams. They are known for their antioxidants. What kind of fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This root vegetable is often enjoyed boiled, roasted or raw, but it has found particular success when it is pickled. The color that this vegetable has can be used as a stain or die and gives items a pinkish red color. This vegetable is very sweet, and the sugar variety can be used to refine sugar. This root can have an earthy taste when consumed but undertones of sweetness can be tasted as well. It is often considered to be good for the heart. What vegetable is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is sometimes called sparrow grass. It is a flowering spring veggie and it was once thought to be related to lilies. Though it can be eaten raw, it is more often cooked or boiled. It also is served pickled to help preserve it. As this vegetable ages, the stem becomes thicker and tougher, making the younger spears more desirable for cooking. This vegetable was used as medicine for its diuretic properties. What kind of vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
There are historical accounts for this fruit dating all the way back to ancient Rome, where the wild version was used as medicine. Its medicinal uses continued well into the 18th century, and it was thought to be a cure for depressive illnesses. Today this fruit is one of the most widely used fruit flavors in the world. It can be seen in yogurts, ice cream, milk, and jams. What is this fruit that is often enjoyed dipped in chocolate?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is related to cabbage, but its leaves do not roll into a head. It can be green or purple in color. This food is known for all the good vitamins and minerals it contains, but many of these are lost if it is cooked, so it is better to consume it raw. This vegetable has been used to make healthy potato chip alternative, and it can be eaten like lettuce on a salad. What kind of vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit comes from a plant that is part of the rose family. Its name comes from a term that originally meant thicket. This berry can range in color from a pinkish red all the way to a deep purple. The deep purple variety of this fruit was often referred to as a blue version. Unlike many similar fruits, this fruit is hollow in the center when picked. The fruit can be enjoyed fresh, or it can be used in pies, juices, and jams. What is this fruit?
What fruit is this?
This citrus fruit is usually green in color. The name of this fruit can describe many different types of fruit, and some of them are not part of the citrus family. It is known for its high vitamin C content and was often used to prevent scurvy in seafaring people. The fruit is used for its juice, and its peel can be used as zest. This fruit is very similar to another citrus fruit, and the combination of these fruits is used to flavor Sprite. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable is often part of the joke about wisdom and knowledge. Many people know this is a fruit, but it may not be wise to cut it up and add it to grapes, watermelon, and strawberries for a fruit salad. This member of the nightshade family is often used in regular salads, and it helps make one of the most common condiments in the world. Though the plant was native to the new world, it became very popular in Mediterranean cuisine. What is this vegetable?
What fruit is this?
This fruit is sometimes referred to as a crenshaw, casaba, white Antibes, and winter melon. It has a hard yellow outer skin and seed pulp center, both of which are usually removed from the firm greenish-white flesh that is consumed. This fruit is often used in fruit salads, or the wedgies can be consumed on their own. They are very sweet and often used as a dessert fruit. This fruit should be heavy for its size and have a smooth waxy skin. What fruit is this?
What fruit is this?
This stone fruit grows on flowering trees. It is named after a region in Turkey, where they were first exported to Europe. This fruit can be sweet, or sour, and can be enjoyed raw, but it is often a flavoring or filling for deserts. This fruit has been used in many places as a symbol of luck, especially when three come up in a row on a slot machine. The name of this fruit can also mean something that is new and untarnished, like cars. What fruit is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit is sometimes referred to as pawpaw or papaw fruit. It is native to South America and Mexico and now grows in most of the tropical regions around the world. The fruit is usually enjoyed without the skin or the seeds that grow in its center. The fruit is sweet and often used to give things a tropical flavor. It is also believed to have medicinal properties by some, though there has never been any hard evidence to back up these beliefs. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable has a flowering head that is most often white, though it can occasionally be green. It is believed that this vegetable came from Cyprus. The vegetable was introduced to Europe in the 16th century and was treated as a delicious at first. Its name comes from the Italian word for cabbage flower. It can be eaten raw or cooked. It has gained popularity as low carb diets have become more prominent. It can be pureed and used as a potato substitute. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit looks like an elongated, oval version of another more common orange fruit. It is native to Asia and was first introduced to Europe in 1846. Most varieties of this fruit are peeled before they are eaten, but the oval version is eaten with the skin still on. This fruit is hardier than other citrus being able to withstand higher heats, and very cold frost, down to 15 degrees Fahrenheit without loss of the crop. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This squash has become almost inseparable from the fall, especially the holiday of Halloween. It is hollowed out and carved to have faces and other images and lite with a candle. This vegetable can be pureed and used in pies and other desserts. It can also be cooked or steamed and enjoyed like other squashes. This veggie is used as a flavor for almost everything in the fall, including but not limited to coffees, lattes, candies, ice creams and donuts. What vegetable is this?
What fruit is this?
This fruit is native to the Middle East and Asia. The raw version of this fruit is hard to transport and store, so it is often consumed in other forms. This fruit is extremely sweet and can be enjoyed raw, but is often dried. The paste from this fruit is used in baked goods and has been especially popular in the United States as filling for specific cookies. This fruit and its tree have been used many times in both religious and mythical stories. What fruit is this?
What fruit is this?
This incredible sweet food has a long history of cultivation in the Middle East, and the plant was introduced to Mexico and California by Spanish explorers. The fruit has a large seed in its center, that has to be removed. The fruit can be eaten raw, but it is more often used in desserts like pastries and cookies. Dried pieces of this fruit are often used in trail mixes. It is mentioned many times in religious text. What fruit is this?
What vegetable is this?
This vegetable made one of the largest contributions to science when the green and yellow varieties of this plant were used in tests performed by Gregor Mendel. By using selective cross pollination he was able to learn about genetics and invented the punnett square for predicting genetic traits. Thanks to this vegetable, we have the study of genetics. It also happens to be a commonly consumed vegetable that is eaten by itself or used in soup. What kind of vegetable is this?