a bright green herb with delicate leaves and a distinctive, pungent flavor, widely used in Latin American and Asian cuisines
noun
Examples:
• She stirred fresh cilantro into the salsa just before serving.
• The pho was garnished with bean sprouts, lime, and cilantro.
a semi-aquatic leafy plant with small, round leaves and a sharp, peppery taste, used in salads and soups
noun
Examples:
• The watercress soup had a vivid green color and a slightly spicy edge.
• He piled watercress onto the open sandwich along with smoked salmon.
a fragrant herb with green leaves used in cooking, especially Italian cuisine
noun
Examples:
• She tore fresh basil leaves over the pizza.
• The recipe calls for a handful of basil.
a mild herb with thin, hollow green stems related to onion, used as a garnish and flavoring in many dishes
noun
Examples:
• She sprinkled chopped chives over the baked potato and sour cream.
• The cream cheese was blended with chives and a pinch of black pepper.
a dark green leafy vegetable often eaten raw in salads or cooked as a side dish
noun
Examples:
• She wilted a handful of spinach in the pan with olive oil.
• The smoothie was packed with fresh spinach and banana.
a peppery salad green with elongated, lobed leaves, commonly used in Italian-style salads and on pizza
noun
Examples:
• The pizza was topped with fresh arugula and shaved Parmesan after baking.
• He dressed the arugula with lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil.
a bright green herb with curly or flat leaves, widely used as a garnish and flavoring in European and Middle Eastern cooking
noun
Examples:
• He scattered chopped flat-leaf parsley over the roasted vegetables before serving.
• The tabbouleh was packed with fresh parsley and dressed with lemon.
a plant with large green leaves commonly used as the base of salads
noun
Examples:
• She tore the lettuce into pieces and placed them in the salad bowl.
• The burger was topped with crisp lettuce and a slice of tomato.
an aromatic herb with fresh, cool-tasting leaves used in drinks, desserts, and savory dishes
noun
Examples:
• She muddled fresh mint with lime juice at the bottom of the glass.
• The lamb was served with a mint sauce made from garden-fresh leaves.
a leafy green vegetable with broad leaves and colorful stalks, related to beet, used in salads and cooked dishes
noun
Examples:
• She wilted the chard in a hot pan with garlic and a splash of stock.
• Rainbow chard adds vivid color to any vegetable medley.
a leafy green vegetable with curly or flat dark leaves, known for its robust flavor and nutritional value
noun
Examples:
• She massaged the kale with olive oil to soften the leaves before making a salad.
• Crispy baked kale chips are a nutritious snack alternative to potato chips.