Vegetables that start with M
If you are searching for vegetables that start with M, then you are in right place. All of the vegetables that start with the letter “M” are delicious. See if you can try them all!
Maize
Corn, also called maize, is a cereal grain. It is a primary meal in South and Central America, use for animal feed and ethanol production in the rest of the world. It is a crop that’s also commonly classified as a grain, but for some culinary purposes, can be considered a veggie.
Malabar spinach
Malabar spinach is not exactly spinach, even though it looks like spinach, could be cooked like spinach, and also has the word “spinach” directly in its name. It is a vine with heart-shaped leaves. It thrives in tropical areas and is widely available in India. It’s cooked in the same way as regular spinach, but it is less sticky and has a richer, spicy flavor.
Malanga coco
Malanga coco, also known as taro or dasheen, is a tropic yam-like plant with a tasty root that is a staple in several civilizations around the world, especially in Southern Asia and Africa. The root is generally baked and consumed similarly to a potato. Because it is hazardous when eaten raw, it should be cooked or at the very least soaked overnight. It is a veggie that’s sweet and a bit nutty.
Mallow
Mallow comes in a variety of forms, such as the more well-known okra plant. The plant that most people call “mallow” is now considered a weed, yet Native Americans used to eat it all the time. The flowers are usually pink or white, and the leaves are like small lily pads.
Mangetout
Sugar pea pods, also called mangetout, are greenish pea pods. They’re a lot flatter than regular pea pods. Eat without removing the peas from the pod. They could be made in a variety of ways. This melts the pods while leaving their flavor and crunch intact. True mangetout is planting pea pods harvested before they reach full development. But that’s not always what you will find in the supermarket.
Marrow
A ripe zucchini is also known as a marrow. The majority of the time, zucchini is actually picked before it reaches full ripeness. When it is left on the plant until it is larger and thicker than the average zucchini, it is then called a marrow. They are roughly the size of squash, have thicker rinds, and normally come in plain green. Marrows are wider than zucchini, and that they have a more watermelon-like color.
Mashua
Mashua is an edible tuber, taken from the root of a plant similar to garden nasturtiums. It is commonly found in the Andes mountains, where it is cooked or roasted.
Mibuna
Mibuna contains spear-shaped, delicate leaves that grow nearly a foot tall in a compact bundle. It is similar to mizuna, but with a better, more intriguing flavor. A favorite among cooks and a Japanese Traditional heirloom.
Miner’s lettuce
Miner’s lettuce is a wild food plant that grows abundantly in the Mojave desert’s hills. The main stem of the plant is thick and fibrous, and it grows tall and horizontally, suggesting an upside-down cone. The bright green leaves grow to be about 1.5-2 feet tall, with little white flowers blooming in the spring and early summer.
Mint
Mint, also known as mentha, is a member of the Lamiaceae family, which includes almost 20 species of plants such as spearmint and peppermint. It is a widely used herb that may be used fresh or dried in a variety of cuisines and infusions.
Mizuna
This leafy green, also known as Japanese mustard greens, is from the Brassica genus, along with broccoli, kale, etc. It is cold-resistant, allowing it to be grown year-round in Japan. They have a comparable scent and feel to arugula, as well as a similar shape, except mizuna has spikier all-around edges. They also have a similar flavor, however, mizuna is a little milder.
Molokhia
This leafy green is known by a variety of names, such as jute mallow, Jew’s mallow, and more. It also has a variety of spellings such as molokheyya or mulukhiyyah. It is commonly found in the Middle East, and North, West, and East African countries. Molokhia cannot be eaten raw, because it has a strong bitter flavor, so it is cooked into a soup/stew that has a texture akin to okra. This stew is usually known as molokhia as well.
Morels
Morels are a type of mushroom that is edible, and has a pleasing flavor and texture. They are generally served raw or mildly cooked and have a creamy consistency. Morels have a high carb content yet are low in calories and fat.
Moringa
In ancient times, Moringa oleifera was highly recognized for its medicinal properties. It is high in antioxidants and bioactive compounds, which are both good for you. Researchers have only looked at just a small portion of several alleged health benefits so far.
Moth beans
This variety of beans is predominantly grown and eaten in India. It is drought-resistant and very high in protein, making it the perfect sustainable staple crop, hence it growing popularity.
Mung beans
Mung beans are frequently grown across Asia. They are used in both sweet and savory dishes. They were fairly unknown in the western world for years, but as knowledge of their nutritious value has spread, they’re gaining popularity here as well. Mung beans are eaten when they look like regular green peas, but are also commonly eaten as mung bean sprouts, especially in East Asian cuisine. They can also be used for making batter, especially in Southeast Asia. Mung beans can be made into a starch, which is used to make glass noodles, cellophane noodles, or bean thread noodles. Lastly, they are used to make plant-based meat substitutes.
Korean Japchae (use glass noodles or add bean sprouts to the vegetable mix)
Mushrooms
Mushrooms are delicious and healthful. They can be found in supermarkets, health food stores, ethnic groceries, and farmers’ markets, depending on the variety that you want. Mushrooms are a fungi-like group of organisms whose fruiting bodies are the source of edible species. Mushrooms are split into eight categories, each with thousands of species.
Mustard greens
Mustard greens, also known as Brassica juncea, are green vegetables found in Chinese, Taiwanese, Indian, and Malaysian, cuisine. They are a fibrous, vitamin-rich, mineral-rich, and antioxidant-rich leafy green vegetable. You can eat mustard greens raw, boiled, stir-fried, steamed, and sautéed.
Conclusion on vegetables that start with M:
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