Curious about vegetables that start with 'B'? You've come to the right place! This is a fascinating array of 'B' vegetables that are not only beautiful but also packed with goodness for the brain and the body!

Whether you need this information for an assignment or simply out of curiosity, these ‘B’ wonders will surely spark your interest and tantalize your taste buds!

‘B’ Vegetable 101: 30+ Vegetables That Start With B

🥦 Vegetables Beginning in B

B vegetables have so much to offer! From the versatile broccoli to the aromatic bell peppers, these veggies delight both the palate and the eyes. Below I’ll talk more about these healthy produce and why you have to try them now (yes, now!). 

1. Broccoli

They say variety is the spice of life…and I think broccoli is the epitome of this adage. This crunchy cruciferous vegetable adds a delightful crunch to salad recipes and its florets enhance the visual appeal of casseroles, soups, and stir-fries like Asian Broccoli Keto. 

Aside from its versatility, this dark green vegetable is rich in Vitamin C and K. It also has high fiber content, low calorie, and nutritional properties that can inhibit cancer growth (similar to many vegetables in the cabbage family).

If it’s your first time using this yummy vegetable in the kitchen, check out this short tutorial on how to cook broccoli in 4 ways.  

2. Broccoli Rabe

Despite its name, broccoli rabe (or rapini) is actually NOT a type of broccoli, but rather a member of the Brassica family, which includes mustard greens and kale. Compared to the broccoli we know, the slightly bitter taste of rapini is stronger and its pungent taste is more pronounced. 

3. Broccolini

Imagine broccoli in its baby form, that’s broccolini. It combines the best characteristics of both regular broccoli and Chinese broccoli, versatility- and flavor-wise!

4. Broccoflower

If broccolini is the combination of regular broccoli and Chinese broccoli, broccoflower is a cross between broccoli and cauliflower. It has the same nutrition profile of broccoli and the mild delicate flavor of cauliflower. Best of both worlds!

5. Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts are like tiny, mini-cabbages growing on a tall stalk. They are green, cute, and taste a little bit like broccolini and cabbage combined. Some people think they're a bit bitter, but when you cook them just right, they become super tasty and sweet!

You can roast, sauté, or smash and pop them in the oven for a yummy side dish. For a delightful brussels sprout recipe, check out Brussels Sprout Slaw!

6. Beet / Beetroot

Beet (also known as garden beet, table beet, or red beet) is a taproot portion of a beet plant rich in potassium and antioxidants like Vitamin C. 

It comes in various shades like red, yellow, and even candy-striped, and when roasted, boiled, pickled, or made into a juice, it transforms into a sweet and earthy delight! 

Check out this Beet Green Vegetable Recipe for a scrumptious afternoon snack.

7. Bell Pepper

Bell peppers are like the traffic lights of veggies with their bright red, green, yellow, and orange colors! Whether eaten raw or used in salad and soups, its slightly sweet flavor and crunchy taste is sure to add a burst of joy to your meals!

8. Banana Pepper

Banana pepper is a sweet pepper that's essentially a thinner and slightly spicier version of a bell pepper. It usually sports a vibrant yellow color, but can also change to red, orange, or green as they ripen.

9. Bamboo Shoots

Bamboo shoots are like small wizard hats. Except wizard hats are not low in calories and do not go well with curries, spring rolls, and stir-fried dishes!

10. Bok Choy

Also known as Chinese cabbage, Bok Choy is a green, leafy vegetable that’s very popular in Asian cuisine. Bok choy's tender leaves and crunchy white stalks offer a unique flavor profile that adds depth to dishes like Tonkotsu Ramen and Chow Mein!

11. Bitter Melon

Bitter melon is an unusual-looking vegetable with a bumpy, oblong shape and, well, a bitter taste. The trick to making bitter melon less bitter is marinating it with a 5% salt-water solution for 10 minutes!

12. Bean Sprouts

Another well-loved ingredient in Asian cuisine is the bean sprout! You can either buy them in your local grocery store or grow them yourself (since it’s quite simple). All you need is a closed container and a safe spot away from direct light!

13. Butternut Squash 

Butternut squash is a type of winter squash that's super tasty and nutty in flavor. Its taste is often described as a cross between pumpkin and sweet potato. Perfect for sweet and savory dishes like the Panera Autumn Squash Soup and Moroccan Butternut Chickpea Stew! 

14. Buttercup Squash

Compared to butternut squash, buttercup squash has a flesh that’s denser and drier. It also has a more rounder shape and darker color (which, fun fact, acts as a powerful antioxidant against cancer and other serious diseases).

15. Banana Squash

Now, if we compare butternut, buttercup, and banana squash, banana squash is the largest of the three (can grow up to 2-3 feet!). It has a thick, tough skin that can vary in color from pale blue-gray to orange or green and a flavor that’s a sweet, earthy with hints of tropical fruit.

🥒 Lesser-Known Vegetables Start With Letter B

16. Black Turtle Beans

Why is black turtle beans called black turtle, you ask? Well, it's the appearance. These black beans really look similar to the shell of a turtle. Except they’re very shiny and they don’t move at all.

17. Broad Beans

Also known as fava beans, broad beans are a well-known ingredient in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. In some regions, they are considered a springtime delicacy and are enjoyed when young and tender!

18. Borlotti Beans

Borlotti beans, also known as cranberry beans, are among the most colorful and pretty legumes you'll find (I mean, just look at the picture above!). Its delightful beige pick hue and red-brown speckles are just so fun to look at.

19. Black Salsify

It seems like not a lot of people know about black salsify. It's one of those vegetables that people walk right past without a second thought. But let me tell you, this root vegetable not only tastes nice and mild, it is also rich in iron, potassium, Vitamin B1, inulin (a type of prebiotic fiber), and phosphorus!

20. Belgian Endive

Belgian endive is a leafy crop with cylindrical heads (usually around 6 inches in length). What sets this vegetable apart is the way it's grown - in darkness! This technique keeps it tender and prevents it from becoming bitter and developing a woody texture.

21. Black Radish

If the radish family were the Angry Birds characters, the normal radish would be Red J. Bird and the black radish would be Bomb Bird. The black radish has a larger and rougher appearance and a flavor that's stronger and more pungent, just like Bomb Bird's rough look and explosive personality!

22. Burdock Root

Burdock root, the rugged cousin of carrots, may not be the most visually appealing, but its health benefits are remarkable. Studies suggest that burdock weeds have potential in treating common ailments such as diabetes, inflammation, and even cancer! So, don't ever judge this root by its cover. 

23. Betel Leaf

Another vegetable with immense therapeutic potential is the betel leaf. It's known for its ability to alleviate pain from wounds, ease constipation, improve digestion, relieve joint pain, manage diabetes, and even uplift mood!

24. Bai Yor Leaf

When you search Bai Yor Leaf on Google, there’s barely any information available. But from what little I gathered, Bai Yor are green leaves used in various cuisines, primarily Thai and Vietnamese cuisines. And apparently, it’s more common to find Bai Yor in backyard gardens than in supermarkets!

25. Butter Lettuce

Butter lettuce does not taste like butter at all. But it does have a pleasant, mild sweetness, and its texture is wonderfully soft, reminiscent of butter. Perfect for steaming or using as a wrap or bed for a delightful late night snack!

26. Boston Lettuce

If butter lettuce is unavailable in your local market, boston lettuce makes an amazing alternative. Similar to butter lettuce, this leafy green vegetable has a mild, slightly sweet taste, but unlike it, the leaves are slightly thicker and arranged in a more compact rosette. 

27. Boniato

Boniato sets itself apart from other sweet potatoes with its less sweet flavor, and though it might not be as widely recognized, its history spans the globe. Not only does it have deep roots in the Caribbean, it’s also quite popular in Asia, where it currently leads in production thanks to Eastern explorers who brought it back with them!

28. Broadleaf Arrowhead

Also known as Saggitaria Latifoli or duck-potato, this aquatic plant has tubers that can be cooked and eaten, similar to regular potatoes. But beware! Since it’s a wild plant primarily found in wetland habitats, caution should be exercised when foraging for edible parts. 

29. Bittercress

Bittercress is probably the most hairy vegetable in this list. It’s called hairy bittercress for a reason! These edible weeds have leaves and young shoots that are edible and have a mildly bitter taste like mustard greens. 

30. Black-Eyed Pea

Last but certainly not least is the black-eyed pea! No, it’s not the American hip hop group. 

This legume got a ton of traction last year when a recent study from the University of California, Riverside discovered that it can reduce the reliance on fertilizers! A piece of particularly good news given the growing environmental concerns related to their use. 

Not only that, black-eyed peas are real superheroes for the body too. Packed with folate, fiber, manganese, vitamin A, and other essential nutrients, it’s one of the healthiest veggies out there!

Who would’ve thought such an unassuming tiny pea could bring so many benefits? 

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