Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Nisha Dubey
Can you guess any vegetable that is a fruit? Well, here are some that may surprise you!
Tomatoes Tomatoes, commonly perceived as vegetables, are fruits. They are classified as berries as they develop from the ovary of a flower and contain seeds.
Bell Peppers Bell peppers belong to the capsicum genus and are botanically fruits.
Cucumbers They are often perceived as vegetables but classified as fruits. They belong to the gourd family and develop from the ovaries of the cucumber flower.
Olives Olives are fruits as they are harvested from the olive tree. They are known for their distinct flavour.
Avocados Avocados belong to the berry family and grow on flowering trees. They are renowned for their creamy texture and rich and nutty flavour.
Pumpkin It is often regarded as a vegetable due to its savoury applications but it is botanically classified as a fruit. It belongs to the gourd family.
Brinjal Brinjal is a fruit with a mild and slightly bitter taste. It is a versatile ingredient in various cuisines worldwide.