Bulb and Stem Vegetables

a green vegetable that people eat raw or use in cooking

He dislikes the taste of celery and avoids it in his meals.

a vegetable with both lettuce-like leaves and a thick stem

He picked some fresh celtuce from the garden and prepared a refreshing salad for himself.

a long green vegetable with edible stems, used in cooking or eaten raw

I always look forward to spring when asparagus is in season.

a thistle-like plant with edible stalks and leaves, commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine

He harvested the cardoon from his garden and cooked it into a delicious side dish.

the knobby edible root of a plant of the celery family that is very scented, eaten as a vegetable

He was surprised to find celeriac in the grocery store and couldn't wait to try a new recipe with it.

the slender leaves of a plant closely related to the onion, with purple flowers, that is used as a culinary herb

He carefully snipped a few chives from the herb garden to garnish his omelette.

a type of vegetable having a strong smell and spicy flavor that is used in cooking

Garlic has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties.

a plant with feathery leaves and a round thick stem, used as a vegetable or for adding flavor to food

He discovered that fennel tea helped soothe his upset stomach.

a herbaceous plant with flat, narrow leaves that have a distinct garlic-like flavor

As the sun set, they gathered around the backyard fire pit, enjoying homemade garlic chive-infused popcorn.

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 fragrant herb with a distinct citrus-like flavor

As a home remedy, I steeped lemongrass in hot water and drank it to relieve a sore throat.

a plant of the onion family with layers of green leaves and a white stem, used in cooking

It was a challenge to find leeks at the grocery store, but she finally got her hands on them.

a type of cactus commonly used in Mexican cuisine for its edible pads or paddles

After visiting a local market, he bought fresh nopal to prepare a traditional Mexican dish.

a round vegetable with many layers and a strong smell and taste

I added chopped green onions to my Asian-inspired noodle dish.

a unique variety of asparagus known for its tender stalks and distinct flavor

She decided to surprise her family with a delicious Prussian asparagus soup for dinner.

a young onion taken from the ground before the root is formed, with a long green stem, eaten as a vegetable

They enjoy the delicate crunch of fresh scallions in their homemade tacos.

a young onion taken from the ground before the root is enlarged, with a long green stem, eaten as a vegetable

It's always a delight to find fresh spring onions at the farmers market.

a type of onion plant producing small clustered mild-flavored bulbs used as seasoning

He caramelized the shallots and served them as a topping for his juicy steak.

a perennial plant with long, slender green leaves and a mild onion flavor

He tossed sliced Welsh onion into his salad for a refreshing crunch.

a type of wild onion with a distinct garlicky flavor

He looked at his daughter planting wild leek bulbs in the garden.

a young onion taken from the ground before the root is enlarged, with a long green stem, eaten as a vegetable

She loves the mild and refreshing taste of green onions in her sushi rolls.

a type of onion with a vibrant purple outer skin and a mild, sweet flavor

It's recommended to soak the purple onion slices in cold water to reduce their sharpness before using them in salads.

a type of onion with a mild taste and yellowish-brown skin

a small, round onion used in culinary applications for its mild flavor and pearl-like appearance

a type of green vegetable that is long and thin and is used in cooking

It's best to blanch the green beans before freezing them for long-term storage.

a green seed, eaten as a vegetable

He carefully harvested the ripe peas, ensuring not to damage the delicate pods.

a flat-podded pea variety that is harvested and eaten when both the pod and the peas inside are still young and tender

As a vegetarian, she often used snow peas as a substitute for meat in her stir-fry dishes.

a variety of pea with edible pods that are sweet and crunchy

She loves snacking on sugar snap peas during her afternoon break.

a seed growing in long pods on a climbing plant, eaten as a vegetable

I like to add beans to my salads for an extra dose of fiber and texture.

a dwarf bean with yellow pods

They are planning to toss wax beans with olive oil, vinegar, and fresh herbs to create a refreshing salad.

a scarlet bean that grows in green pods on a climbing plant, used in cooking

Last year my son discovered a giant runner bean in his garden and couldn't wait to show it off to his friends.