Spice Up Your Cooking With These Unique Veggies

Romanesco Broccoli
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If you’re looking to enhance your cooking and spice up your culinary world, then it may be time to try adding complex and unique veggies into the mix. That is why we have brought you a short list of unique veggies to tty your hand at. Keep reading for a few of our favorites!

Romanesco Broccoli

This veggie is often dubbed as the “psychedelic cauliflower,” for its striking appearance, and nutty flavor. These veggies are great on their own or as a side, and roasted with olive oil and spices. You can also add them to mac and cheese, omelets, and sandwiches for a unique twist to any dish.

Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi offers a crunch to many salads and dishes, with a complex flavor. Resembling a cabbage or apple, and works well with slaws, salads, or on its own as a crunchy snack. Peel the skin and add to a number of recipes and enjoy!

Watermelon Radish

Elevate your salads with this robust, colorful, and crunchy veggie. Mild in flavor, and with a bright pink center, these crunchy gems offer flare in your salads or as a garnish in many dishes.

Okra

This gooey green vegetable tastes great when slow-cooked in stews or in soup, and also offers many nutritional benefits. Slow cook them in tomato sauce and onions and add it on top of rice for a delicious, filling, and healthy meal.