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¡Bienvenidos! This articles introduces the most common Spanish vocabulary for vegetables.
These garden-fresh delights come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, each bringing its own crunch, flavor, and health benefits to our plates. Vegetables, or “verduras” in Spanish, are more than just side dishes—they’re the stars of many meals, packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber that keep us strong and healthy.
For children, learning about vegetables in Spanish is an exciting way to explore the natural world and discover the foods that help them grow. From leafy greens to root vegetables, each type has its own unique taste and story.
Let’s get to know these garden treasures better through our Spanish vocabulary journey!
Vegetable names in Spanish list
Vegetables are as colorful and varied in their language as they are in their appearance and taste. This first set of vegetables are featured in Studycat’s Learn Spanish app for kids, where millions of students learn Spanish through fun and repetition!
Here’s a harvest of vegetable vocabulary in Spanish to enrich your language skills and your meals:
carrot - zanahoria
zanahoria (pronounced: sah-nah-OH-ree-ah)
“Ella añadió zanahorias picadas a la sopa para darle más dulzura y color.”
“She added chopped carrots to the soup for extra sweetness and color.”
tomato - tomate
tomate (pronounced: toh-MAH-teh)
“Él plantó semillas de tomate en el jardín, esperando tener tomates frescos en verano.”
“He planted tomato seeds in the garden, looking forward to fresh tomatoes in summer.”
potato - patata
patata (pronounced: pah-TAH-tah)
“El puré de patatas es su guarnición favorita con el pollo a la parrilla.”
“Mashed potato is her favorite side dish with grilled chicken.”
onion - cebolla
cebolla (pronounced: seh-BOH-yah)
“Picar una cebolla siempre me hace llorar.”
“Chopping an onion always makes me tear up.”
pea - guisante
guisante (pronounced: gee-SAHN-teh)
“Los guisantes frescos de la vaina saben dulces y son geniales en ensaladas.”
“Fresh peas from the pod taste sweet and are great in salads.”
bean - judía
judía (pronounced: hoo-DEE-ah)
“Las judías son una gran fuente de proteínas y fibra en la dieta.”
“Beans are a great source of protein and fiber in the diet.”
Root vegetable names in Spanish
Root vegetables are grown underground and are known for their hearty flavors and nutritional value. These vegetables are often used in soups, stews, and roasts, adding a rich, earthy taste to our meals. Let’s learn their names in Spanish:
carrot - zanahoria
zanahoria (pronounced: sah-nah-OH-ree-ah) “Ella añadió zanahorias picadas a la sopa para darle más dulzura y color.” “She added chopped carrots to the soup for extra sweetness and color.”
potato - patata
patata (pronounced: pah-TAH-tah) “El puré de patatas es su guarnición favorita con el pollo a la parrilla.” “Mashed potato is her favorite side dish with grilled chicken.”
beetroot - remolacha
remolacha (pronounced: reh-moh-LAH-chah) “La remolacha se usa a menudo en ensaladas y zumos por su color vibrante.” “Beetroot is often used in salads and juices for its vibrant color.”
turnip - nabo
nabo (pronounced: NAH-boh) “Los nabos están deliciosos cuando se asan con hierbas.” “Turnips are delicious when roasted with herbs.”
radish - rábano
rábano (pronounced: RAH-bah-noh) “Ella cortó rábanos para añadir un toque crujiente a la ensalada.” “She sliced radishes to add a crunchy bite to the salad.”
sweet potato - batata
batata (pronounced: bah-TAH-tah) “Las batatas son perfectas para hornear o hacer patatas fritas.” “Sweet potatoes are perfect for baking or making fries.”
Leafy greens names in Spanish
Leafy greens are packed with nutrients and are often used in salads, sandwiches, and as cooked side dishes. These vegetables are known for their fresh, crisp texture and vibrant green color. Here are some common leafy greens in Spanish:
lettuce - lechuga
lechuga (pronounced: leh-CHOO-gah) “La lechuga añade un crujido fresco a cualquier comida.” “Lettuce adds a fresh crunch to any meal.”
spinach - espinaca
espinaca (pronounced: es-pee-NAH-kah) “Ella salteó espinacas con ajo para una guarnición rápida y saludable.” “She sautéed spinach with garlic for a quick, healthy side dish.”
kale - col rizada
col rizada (pronounced: kol ree-SAH-dah) “Las chips de col rizada son un aperitivo crujiente y saludable.” “Kale chips are a crunchy and healthy snack.”
cabbage - repollo
repollo (pronounced: reh-POH-yoh) “El repollo es genial para hacer ensalada de col o añadir a los salteados.” “Cabbage is great for making coleslaw or adding to stir-fries.”
arugula - rúcula
rúcula (pronounced: ROO-koo-lah) “La rúcula añade un toque picante a las ensaladas y pizzas.” “Arugula adds a spicy kick to salads and pizzas.”
Cruciferous vegetable names in Spanish
Cruciferous vegetables are known for their unique flavors and powerful health benefits. These vegetables are often used in salads, stir-fries, and as side dishes, adding a distinctive taste to meals. Let’s learn their Spanish names:
broccoli - brócoli
brócoli (pronounced: BRO-ko-lee) “El brócoli está delicioso al vapor con un poco de mantequilla.” “Broccoli is delicious steamed with a little butter.”
cauliflower - coliflor
coliflor (pronounced: koh-lee-FLOR) “La coliflor se puede asar, hacer puré o incluso convertir en arroz.” “Cauliflower can be roasted, mashed, or even turned into rice.”
brussels sprouts - coles de Bruselas
coles de Bruselas (pronounced: KO-les de broo-SEH-las) “Las coles de Bruselas están deliciosas cuando se asan con aceite de oliva y ajo.” “Brussels sprouts are delicious when roasted with olive oil and garlic.”
cabbage - repollo
repollo (pronounced: reh-POH-yoh) “El repollo es genial para hacer ensalada de col o añadir a las sopas.” “Cabbage is great for making coleslaw or adding to soups.”
kohlrabi - colinabo
colinabo (pronounced: ko-lee-NAH-bo) “El colinabo se puede cortar en rodajas y añadir a las ensaladas para darles una textura crujiente.” “Kohlrabi can be sliced and added to salads for a crunchy texture.”
Names of nightshade vegetables in Spanish
Nightshade vegetables are a diverse group known for their rich colors and flavors. They are commonly used in a variety of dishes, from salads to stews, and add depth to many recipes. Here are some nightshade vegetables in Spanish:
tomato - tomate
tomate (pronounced: toh-MAH-teh) “Los tomates son esenciales para hacer salsas, ensaladas y sopas.” “Tomatoes are essential for making sauces, salads, and soups.”
eggplant - berenjena
berenjena (pronounced: beh-ren-HEH-nah) “La berenjena es perfecta para asar o hacer en purés como el baba ganoush.” “Eggplant is perfect for grilling or making into dips like baba ganoush.”
bell pepper - pimiento
pimiento (pronounced: pee-mee-EN-toh) “Los pimientos añaden color y crujido a las ensaladas y salteados.” “Bell peppers add color and crunch to salads and stir-fries.”
chili pepper - chile
chile (pronounced: CHEE-leh) “Los chiles se usan para dar picante a las salsas y salsas.” “Chili peppers are used to spice up salsas and sauces.”
potato - patata
patata (pronounced: pah-TAH-tah) “Las patatas son versátiles y se pueden cocinar de muchas maneras.” “Potatoes are versatile and can be cooked in many ways.”
Beans and legumes names in Spanish
Beans and legumes are a staple in many diets around the world, known for their high protein content and versatility. These vegetables can be used in soups, stews, salads, and more. Let’s learn their Spanish names:
green beans - judías verdes
judías verdes (pronounced: hoo-DEE-as VER-des) “Las judías verdes son una guarnición fresca y crujiente.” “Green beans are a fresh, crunchy side dish.”
peas - guisantes
guisantes (pronounced: gee-SAHN-tes) “Los guisantes son dulces y añaden color a muchos platos.” “Peas are sweet and add color to many dishes.”
lentils - lentejas
lentejas (pronounced: len-TEH-has) “Las lentejas son una adición sustanciosa a sopas y currys.” “Lentils are a hearty addition to soups and curries.”
chickpeas - garbanzos
garbanzos (pronounced: gar-BAN-zos) “Los garbanzos son el ingrediente principal del hummus.” “Chickpeas are the main ingredient in hummus.”
black beans - frijoles negros
frijoles negros (pronounced: free-HO-les NEH-gros) “Los frijoles negros son geniales en burritos y sopas.” “Black beans are great in burritos and soups.”
How to Learn and Remember Vegetables Words in Spanish
Delving into the world of vegetables with Studycat turns each meal and snack into a vibrant learning opportunity. Here are some fresh and fun ways to practice these vegetable words in Spanish:
- Vegetable garden: If possible, grow some of these vegetables at home. Watching them grow brings the Spanish vocabulary to life.
- Cook together: Prepare dishes using these vegetables, discussing each one in Spanish as you add it to your recipe.
- Vegetable crafts: Create art projects based on these vegetables, like potato stamping or carrot painting, naming each vegetable in Spanish.
- Memory game: Make a matching game with pictures of the vegetables and their Spanish names.
- Vegetable tasting: Have a tasting session where you try each vegetable raw or cooked and describe the taste using the new Spanish vocabulary.
As we close the garden gate on today’s lesson, remember that each vegetable we learn about adds a layer of richness to our dietary habits and our Spanish language skills. With Studycat’s interactive approach, discovering the world of vegetables becomes a nourishing journey for both mind and body.
Until our next green and leafy adventure, keep exploring the wholesome world of vegetables in Spanish!
¡Adiós!