WebTomatoes are considered a fruit or vegetable depending on context. According to Encyclopedia Britannica, tomatoes are a fruit labeled in grocery stores as a vegetable due to their taste and culinary purposes. [3] Botanically, a tomato is a fruit —a berry, consisting of the ovary, together with its seeds, of a flowering plant. [28]
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WebTomatoes are juicy and sweet, full of antioxidants, and may help fight several diseases. They are especially high in lycopene, a plant compound linked to improved heart health, cancer prevention,
WebTomatoes are often described as a laxative fruit. Fiber adds bulk to stool and is helpful for reducing constipation. However, removing fiber from the diet has also demonstrated a positive impact
WebRequirements Tomatoes grow very well in warm areas at temperatures between 21 and 24°C (69.8–75.2°F). They require a deep, loamy, well-draining soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.8. If soil drainage is a problem then tomatoes can be planted in a raised bed. Like all fruiting plants, tomatoes require full sun for most of the day.
WebTomatoes are long-season, heat-loving plants that won’t tolerate frost, so wait until the weather has warmed up in the spring. See our Planting Calendar for when to start tomatoes in your location. If you are starting tomatoes from seed, sow indoors 6 weeks before the last expected spring frost date in your area.
WebTomatoes are technically a fruit because they fit the botanical definition of one: they are the fleshy parts of a plant that surround its seeds. However, for nutritional and culinary purposes,
WebAll tomatoes are fruits of the plant Solanum lycopersicum, although they’re typically referred to and used as vegetables in cooking. Tomatoes have a fresh, mild taste and are usually red —
WebTomato Nutrition Facts. One small (2 2/5" in diameter) tomato (91g) provides 16 calories, 0.8g of protein, 3.5g of carbohydrates, and 0.2g of fat. Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, fiber, and vitamin K. The following nutrition information is provided by the USDA. 1.
WebTomato Recipes Top tomato sauces, salads, soups, sides—see all the 5-star recipes for tomatoes, the most versatile veggie. Green Tomato Recipes Tomato Salsa Tomato Pasta Salad Tomato Salad Tomato Pasta Sauce Tomato Side Dishes Tomato Soup Homemade Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef 1,387 Ratings
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WebTomatoes are warm-season plants that grow best at 70 to 80 °F during the day and 60 to 70 °F during the night Planting Tomatoes ( Solanum lycopersicum) are popular vegetable garden plants. Zachary Boone Snipes, ©2017, Clemson Extension Tomato plants may be started indoors from seed, or transplants may be purchased from a reputable garden …
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WebTomato products are responsible for more than 80% of the lycopene in the U.S. diet. Tomato products also fight inflammation associated with chronic diseases. Recent studies show that a diet rich in tomatoes lowers the levels of inflammatory stress markers noted in the development of cardiovascular disease.
WebHow to select, eat and cook 9 common tomato varieties. Layla Khoury-Hanold is a contributor at Food Network. Eating the rainbow is usually an adage that applies to vegetables, but it’s equally
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WebTomatoes are a fruit from the nightshade family and are native to South America. Today, people grow tomatoes throughout the world. Tomatoes have been a part of our diet since at least 500 BC
Webtomato, ( Solanum lycopersicum ), flowering plant of the nightshade family ( Solanaceae ), cultivated extensively for its edible fruits. Labelled as a vegetable for nutritional purposes, tomatoes are a good source of …
WebRecipes with tomatoes. Preparation: Over medium heat, add the olive oil and the chopped onion. Cook until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, spices, and salt and pepper to taste. Once the sauce starts boiling, simmer at low temperature for at least one hour.