Tomato Desi -  टमाटर

Tomato is an Orange/Red colored, round shaped fruit. It belongs to the family Solanum, which is also the family of potatoes. The fruit has numerous seeds inside it which gives a berry like form. It is generally consumed raw or in the form of juice. It is also for cooking with vegetables.

Nutritional contents:

• Carbohydrates
• Sugar
• Protein
• Vitamins

Tomato proves to protect oxidative damages to the body. It is also a good antioxidant and has many other metabolic effects. Tomato has been known to reduce risk of breast cancer as well. It can also reduce cardiovascular risk and Type 2 diabetes.

Consumption methods:

• Raw
• Juice
• Soup
• Cooked with other vegetables.