There are many kinds of vegetables, and their colors vary greatly. Besides the leafy greens we usually eat, such as spinach, celery, and romaine lettuce , there are also some red vegetables that are very nutritious. So what are these red vegetables called? Here they are:
1. Red amaranth
Red amaranth is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the genus Amaranth in the family Amaranthaceae. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia, and has been consumed as a wild vegetable in my country since ancient times. It is rich in nutrients such as iron ions and anthocyanins, which gives red amaranth its red color.
2. Carrots
Red radish is a type of radish, also known as large red radish or Northeast red radish. Compared to carrot , it is spherical in shape, has a red skin, and thicker flesh. However, it is crisp, sweet, and juicy with a slightly spicy flavor.
3. Tomatoes
Tomatoes turn red due to a natural pigment called lycopene. Of course, besides red tomatoes, pink and yellow tomatoes are also quite common, each with slight differences in taste and nutritional value.
4. Red chili peppers
Red chili peppers are an important variety of chili pepper in China. Compared to green chili peppers, they are generally spicier and are usually used as a condiment . Common varieties include bird's eye chili, eagle chili, and facing-heaven chili.
5. Red cabbage
Red cabbage, also known as red kale, has a beautiful and appealing appearance, with the inside of the head remaining purplish-red from seedling to fully formed. It is also very nutritious, containing abundant vitamins, anthocyanins, and fiber, making it a popular type of red vegetable.
