Simply defined, vegetables are that portion of herbaceous plants which are safe to eat by human beings. Vegetables are excessively rich in vitamins and minerals. They not only provide nutrients to the body but also contains a good amount of water in it. In this blog post, we delve into the vegetable names in English.
Vegetables Names in English
| PICTURE | VEGETABLE | NUTRITIONAL FACTS |
| POTATO | Scientifically, Solanum Tuberosum, potato is a root vegetable. It contains Vitamin B1 and B6. It has zero fat. | |
| | TOMATO | Tomatoes are full of freshness and juicy vegetable. It is used as it is in salads and can be cooked. It helps to low blood pressure and cholesterol level. |
| PEAS | Botanically, it belongs to legume family. It can be eaten raw and is used in cooking as well. Peas help to maintain the blood sugar level in the body. They are rich in fiber. | |
| CARROT | Carrot is a kind of seasonal vegetable, mostly available in winters. Carrot is rich in Vitamin A, K1, B6. It helps to improve eyesight. | |
| | RADISH | Radish cultivates best in spring season. Radish is rich in Vitamin C. It may help combat against cancerous cells in the body. |
| | BITTER GOURD | Bitter Gourd is a rich source of Vitamin C. Bitter Gourd helps to cure diabetes. It boosts immunity level in the body. |
| ONION | Scientifically, Allium Cepa, onions are rich in Vitamins, especially Vitamin B6. They promote RBCs production inside the body. | |
| CABBAGE | A leafy vegetable, belongs to Brassica Oleracea family. It is a low-calorie vegetable. It is high in fiber. Moreover, it is a rich source of Vitamins. | |
| CAULI FLOWER | Best vegetable to eat in pregnancy can be a cauliflower. It contains Vitamin C and K. It helps in cell growth inside the body. It combats bad bacteria in the throat. | |
| BROCCOLI | Broccoli is rich in fiber, and helps to control cholesterol. It is good for human heart. It can be eaten as it is, otherwise it can be boiled or cooked. | |
| BRINJAL | Brinjal is a very good option for heart patients. It is also known as Eggplant. It also enhances the fertility of males. | |
| MUSHROOM | A low-calorie vegetable which contains high fiber. It is rich in anti-oxidants. It can cure heart problems and even cancer too. | |
| | PUMPKIN | Pumpkin can lower your blood pressure and helps to maintain your heartbeat. It not only contains calcium but also potassium and magnesium. |
| BEETROOT | Beetroot increases blood flow in your body. It’s believed that juice of beetroot is too good for people doing regular exercise, as it helps to cut laziness and boosts immunity. | |
| | TURNIP | It is a low-calorie vegetable. It helps to improve your digestive system. Turnips is basically a seasonal vegetable, harvested in the months from May to September. |
| | LADY FINGER | It is also known as Okra. It contains Vitamin A and C. It also contains anti-oxidants. It helps to maintain the cholesterol level in the body. |
| | CUCUMBER | Cucumber is a rich source of hydration. It helps to detoxify body, removes toxins from the body. It helps to improve digestion. It also helps in improving eye-sight. |
| | CAPSICUM | There are three basic types of capsicum – Red, Green and Yellow. Green Capsicum is most common among all. Nutritionally, it is rich in vitamins and minerals. Some studies show that it has anti-stress properties. It is also known as Bell peppers. |
| | BEANS | Beans belongs to legume family. They are considered to be a rich source of protein. It can be helpful in constipation as it is a rich source of fiber also. |
| | SPINACH | Green leafy vegetable, low-calorie and contains Vitamins A, C, K, iron and potassium. It is helpful in improving eye-sight. It also helps in increasing memory of a person. |
| LETTUCE | Lettuce is widely used in Salads in India. It is good for skin. Also, it is healthy for bones. The vision of a person is improved by adding lettuce in the diet. | |
| | BABY CORN | Baby corn contains Vitamins A, B, E and potassium. It contains excess of fiber. It helps to control blood sugar level in the body. |
Vegetables Name in Hindi
Green leafy vegetables (हरी सब्जियां – Hari Sabziyan)
- Spinach (पालक – Palak)
- Kale (करम साग – Karam Saag)
- Mustard greens (सरसों का साग – Sarson Ka Saag)
- Fenugreek leaves (मेथी – Methi)
- Coriander leaves (हरी धनिया पत्ता – Hara Dhania Patta)
- Cabbage (पत्ता गोभी – Patta Gobhi)
- Lettuce (सलाद पत्ता – Salad Patta)
Root vegetables (जड़ वाली सब्जियां – Jhad Wali Sabziyan)
- Potato (आलू – Aloo)
- Onion (प्याज – Pyaz)
- Carrot (गाजर – Gajar)
- Radish (मूली – Mooli)
- Garlic (लहसुन – Lahsun)
- Ginger (अदरक – Adrak)
- Beetroot (चुकंदर – Chukandar)
Other vegetables (अन्य सब्जियां – Any Sabziyan)
- Tomato (टमाटर – Tamatar)
- Brinjal (बैंगन – Baingan)
- Peas (मटर – Matar)
- Lady finger (भिंडी – Bhindi)
- Bottle gourd (लौकी – Lauki)
- Bitter gourd ( करेला – Karela)
- Cucumber (खीरा – Kheera)
- French beans (हरी शमी – Hari Shemi)
- Cauliflower (फूलगोभी – Phoolgobhi)
- Broccoli (हरी गोभी – Hari Gobhi)
- Pumpkin (कद्दू – Kaddu)
- Mushroom (कुछुर मुत्ता – Kukhura Mutta)
- Okra (भिंडी – Bhindi)
Conclusion
Hence, we conclude that the human body cannot survive without taking vegetables as they are part of the health comprehensive diets because they are rich in nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Some of the vegetables are highly rich in dietary fiber that is essential for digestion and regulation of body weight. Moreover, vegetables contain antioxidants and such essential vitamins as A, C and E that protect cells’ health and increase the body immunity. Furthermore, they are low calorie foods that contains high water content hence are useful for use in a weight losing diets. Vegetables and their consumption especially those taking more than five servings in a single day have reduced effects on chronic diseases such as the cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and some form of cancer.
