carrot
Japanese Name:
人参
Romaji Name:
ninjin
Description
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A carrot is a type of vegetable that is usually orange in color, but it can also be purple, white, or yellow. It has a crunchy texture and a sweet taste.
Carrots grow underground as a root and are rich in vitamins, especially vitamin A, which is good for your eyes and skin.
History
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Carrots are believed to have been first cultivated over 1,000 years ago in Central Asia. Originally, wild carrots were mostly purple or white and were grown for their medicinal properties rather than food.
The familiar orange carrot was developed in the Netherlands in the 16th and 17th centuries through selective breeding.
Carrots spread throughout Europe and eventually worldwide as a popular and nutritious vegetable. They are rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A, important for vision and health.
Today, carrots are a common ingredient in many cuisines globally and are enjoyed raw, cooked, or juiced.