Quiz: Are the veggies exotic enough to eat?

The vegetable derives its name from its resemblance to the curled top of a musical instrument . They are commonly eaten throughout Northern France and parts of Asia. Since the flavour is similar, it is a great substitute for Asparagus. Name this vegetable that is very high in vitamin A and a good source of phosphorus.

____ is a tubular root that is popular in New Zealand and is available in a wide range of colours. These small tubers can pretty much be used interchangeably with potatoes. They are a great source of potassium, vitamin A, vitamin B6, carbohydrates and energy.

______ carrots, botanically classified as Daucus carota, are an heirloom variety that belongs to the Apiaceae family. The purple-hued roots were developed as a specialty cultivar in the US and were selected for their unusual colouring and sweet-spicy flavour. Fill up the blank.

_________ is a root vegetable that looks just like a brown stick. Related to the parsnip, it tastes mildly like an oyster when cooked. This vegetable is versatile and can be cooked in a range of ways, including fried, mashed or boiled, and can be added to many different meals, including both stews and soups. Fill up

This black vegetable is actually white on the inside. Based on size and age, these can range from mildly peppery to intensely bitter and is a great substitute for turnips. It’s also packed with vitamin C and contains vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin B1, calcium, and magnesium. Name this vegetable.

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