Here we will explore the biggest, smallest, most expensive, sweetest, most water-rich, and most nutritious vegetables…
Pumpkins are one of the biggest vegetable. The world's largest pumpkin weighed over 2,749 pounds.
Mankai is a tiny aquatic vegetable from the duckweed family, that can be eaten in soups and salads or as a smoothie. A superfood found in different parts of Asia, it is packed with a surprising amount of protein, fibre and vitamins.
Hop shoots, celebrated for their rarity, are mainly used in beers and gourmet grilled dishes. Hop shoots are the tops of the hops plant and can cost up to Rs 80,000 to Rs 1,00,000 per kilogram.
Sweet corn is the winner when it comes to a naturally sugary veggie. It's filled with sweetness, making it a beloved treat by itself, roasted or part of all kinds of special dishes.
Celery is known for its water-rich content. It contains about 95 per cent water and is low in calories. It can be added to your soups, smoothies. Cucumber too is packed with water but is considered technically a fruit.
Spinach is one of the most nutritious vegetables, loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's a versatile and can enhance salads, soups, dals, parathas, pulaus, raitas, pastas, dips, sandwiches, sabzis and smoothies. Carrots are a close second.