Underappreciated summer vegetables
July 20, 2014 by DarcieSummertime brings a plethora of vegetables. Many people eagerly await the first corn, tomatoes, and melons of the season. But as this articles explains, there are other great vegetables that get overlooked in the shadows of these more popular foods. Break out of your routine and try some of these delicious vegetables, starting with kohlrabi. Sometimes thought of as “the alien in the CSA box,” kohlrabi is “a versatile, nutrient-dense veggie. Naturally fat-free, it’s loaded with fiber, potassium and immune-boosting vitamin C. Crisp and juicy, it’s a member of the brassica family (such as cabbage and cauliflower) and actually has a similar flavor if eaten raw.”
Another underappreciated vegetable is okra, which has a reputation for being slimy. However, if prepared properly, okra can be a delight. It’s great sauteed with other summer vegetables, and wonderful if you “roast it, whole, with oil, salt, pepper and seasonings like smoked paprika. Browned and slightly crisp, you can eat it as is or add it to a salad or side dish.”
Mustard
greens, eggplant (aubergines), and cabbage round out the list of
overlooked vegetables. Which of these (or which other
underappreciated veg) is your favorite?
Photos of roasted okra chips and kohlrabi and apple salad from the EYB Library
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