Discovering these unusually beautiful vegetables has been a tremendous find. Imagine them placed next to a succulent main dish of medium-rare filet mignon, or a grilled glazed pork loin, or a pair of perfectly grilled lamb chops. To please the eye is the first duty of a well-seasoned cook or chef. At first glance, food has to be appealing, well-plated, and impressive. These purple and blue vegetables taste the same as their more traditionally-colored counterparts, and they lend an immediate air of mystery to tempt us to try them. We sit down, pick up our silverware and gently cut a small portion to taste. Just knowing we are eating a vegetable so pretty makes us appreciate it more.
Beautiful Purple Pole BeansImage may be NSFW.
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Delicate Blue-Foot Chantrelle MushroomsImage may be NSFW.
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Royal Purple CauliflowerImage may be NSFW.
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Deep Purple Potatoes Image may be NSFW.
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… and potatoes platedImage may be NSFW.
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Pair one of these vegetables with a sumptuous main course. Balance it with a bright crisp green salad so your family and guests will feel you have gone out of your way in order to make their meal even more spectacular. Sharing an inspired supper is a sure way to get the conversation flowing. And remember … even though these veggies are purple and blue, enjoying them will never give you The Blues!
