Vege Table Collection (page 19)

Corn (Zea mays) in a cornfield. This corn is used to make bioethanol fuel. Photographed in Norfolk, UK

Taro crops, Hawaii
Taro crops (Colocasia esculenta) in a field. Photographed on Kauai island, in Hawaii, USA

Gardener holding freshly picked radishes
Gardener holding freshly picked organic radishes (Raphanus sativus Long White Icicle )

Harvesting organic broad beans (Vicia faba Red Epicure ). Gardener hand-picking broad beans from a plant in a vegetable garden

Farmer tending to organic lettuces (Lactuca sp. )
Farmer tending to organic lettuces (Lactuca sp.)

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris Boltardy )
Organic beetroot (Beta vulgaris Boltardy ) on a wooden surface

Mixed organic radishes (Raphanus sativus Globe Mixed and Long White Icicle ) held in a gardeners hand

Courgette plant (Cucurbita Zucchini )
Courgette plant (Cucurbita pepo Zucchini )

Sugar beet (Beta vulgaris)
Sugar beets. Piles of harvested sugar beet (Beta vulgaris) roots. Sugar beet is a source of sugar, which can be used to produce biofuels

Organic courgettes (Cucurbita pepo) or zucchinis in flower. Courgettes are marrow vegetables that are harvested before becoming fully ripe. The flowers are also used in salads

Lettuce harvest
MODEL RELEASED. Lettuce harvest. Man holding lettuces (Lactuca sativa) from his allotment. Lettuces are a good source of vitamins and minerals. Photographed in Madrid, Spain

Yam (Dioscorea villosa). Watercolour artwork illustrating a yam. The tuber of the plant is edible but must be prepared and cooked thoroughly to remove toxins

Organic leeks (Allium ampeloprasum porrum Musselburgh ). Gardener holding fresh organic leeks in his hand

Carrot (Daucus carota Nantes )
Organic carrot (Daucus carota Nantes ) next to the foliage sliced from its top

Vegetable garden

Potato foliage (Solanum tuberosum Anya )
Organic potato foliage (Solanum tuberosum Anya )

Mother nature, conceptual image
Mother nature, conceptual composite image

Fennel crop. Close-up of the bulbs of fennel plants (Foeniculum vulgare) growing in a field. The bulbs can be used as a vegetable, and the leaves (green) are used as a herb

Kohlrabi crop. Kohlrabi plants (Brassica oleracea caulorapa) growing in a field. This vegetable is a relative of the cabbage

Ornithogalum plant, 16th century
Ornithogalum plant. 16th-century artwork of a plant from the genus Ornithogalum. These plants grow from a bulb (lower right), and have grass-like leaves and star-shaped white flowers

Grey mould fungus, light micrograph
Grey mould fungus. Light micrograph of a section through onion tissue infected with grey mould fungus (Botrytis allii). Botrytis is a parasitic saprophyte mould that grows on wounded plants

Brown mould fungus, light micrograph
Brown mould fungus. Light micrograph of a section through decaying plant tissue infected with brown mould fungus (Aspergillus glaucum)

Root vegetable washer, 19th century artwork. This invention was designed by a Mr Defosse-Delambre, from Varennes, in the Somme region of France

Vegetarianism, conceptual image. Various vegetables inside a human head, representing a diet consisting solely of plant-based foods, such as fruit, vegetables, and pulses

Celery stalk, light micrograph
Celery stalk. Light micrograph of a cross-section through a stalk from a celery plant (Apium graveolens). Red eosin dye has been used to stain the xylem tissues

Potato (Solanum tuberosum). Pototoes are an underground part of the plant, a structure called a tuber that stores reserves of starch, a type of carbohydrate

Interior of a greenhouse
Israel, Aravah Desert plants in a greenhouse

Fried quorn with onions

Balanced diet, artwork
Balanced diet. Artwork showing the food groups that make up a balanced, healthy diet. These include fruit and vegetables, carbohydrates and cereals, protein, and fats

Ripening tomatoes (Lycopersicon esculentum Yellow Pearshaped ) on the vine

Baked beans in a can

Chard (Beta vulgaris L. subsp. Cicla) foliage in Summer

Chili Peppers (Capsicum annum) ripening in Summer

Potato crop
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GM tomato, conceptual image
GM tomato. Conceptual image of a tomato with an added (grey) characteristic, with a DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) autoradiogram in the background

Lettuce and poppy seedling
Lettuce (Lactuca sp.) and Poppy (Papaver somniferum) seedling

Lettuce (Lactuca sp. )
Lettuce (Lactuca sp.) foliage

Raw vegetables ready for roasting
Raw vegetables. Selection of vegetables in an oven dish ready to be roasted

Roasted vegetables in an oven dish

Neanderthals cooking vegetables, artwork. Like modern humans, Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis) are members of the Homo genus

Harvested pumpkins and sunflowers
Harvested pumpkins (genus Cucurbita) and sunflowers. Pumpkins are grown for their pulpy flesh, which can be used to make soups, pies and other dishes

Provence produce. Assortment of organic local produce on a chair. Photographed in Provence, France

Display of squashes and pumpkins. Selection of various varieties of squashes and pumpkins in a farm shop. Squashes and pumpkins (genus Cucurbita) are grown for their pulpy flesh

Beta vulgaris Jacobs coat
Swiss chard Jacobs coat, Dorset, UK September 2010

Bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) ripening on the plant

Pepper cultivation, Vietnam
Pepper cultivation. Peppers laid out to dry outside a village building. A wide variety of plants with fruits called pepper are grown for use as food, but the most common are the Capsicum peppers

Sweet potato and cassava roots
Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas, front bags) and cassava roots (Manihot esculenta, rear bags). Sweet potatoes are sweet tropical root vegetables originating from Central America

Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) bundles tied up in a restaurant. This seasonal vegetable is a good source of folic acid, beta-carotene, potassium and the vitamins A, C and E

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"Exploring the Vibrant World of Vege Tables: A Journey through History, Art, and Nutrition" Step into the fascinating world of vege tables as we delve into their rich history, artistic representations, and nutritional benefits. Transport yourself to a Mexican kitchen in the 19th century with "Two women at work in a Mexican kitchen, " an intriguing painting by an unknown artist from c1850. Witness their culinary expertise as they prepare delicious dishes using Charlotte potatoes. Travel back even further to 1735 with Elizabeth Blackwell's line engraving of a CHILI PEPPER from her book "A Curious Herbal. " Marvel at the intricate details captured on paper and imagine the fiery flavors this spice brings to meals. Explore Tab XVII and Tab X for more insights into these versatile vegetables. Discover recipes that showcase their unique tastes while providing essential nutrients for a balanced diet. During wartime efforts, posters like "Dig For Victory Now" encouraged individuals to grow their own food, including various vege tables. Learn about how communities came together during challenging times to ensure everyone had access to fresh produce. Flip through TAB III, Album I for inspiration on juicing carrots—a popular method for extracting maximum nutrition from these vibrant orange roots. Unleash your creativity in the kitchen and experiment with different combinations. Don't forget about parsnips. Delve into the world of Pastinaca Tender and True—the perfect addition to hearty stews or roasted vegetable medleys. These underrated gems offer both flavor and health benefits. Immerse yourself in art once again with Giuseppe Arcimboldo's oil on canvas masterpiece titled "ARCIMBOLDO: SUMMER. " Admire his imaginative portrayal of summer fruits and vegetables forming human faces—an extraordinary blend of nature's bounty and artistic genius. Finally, take a trip down memory lane with BALHAM MARKET / 1950s—a nostalgic glimpse into bustling markets where vege tables took center stage.