Yep, that’s a spoiler. The results are in from round one of April’s March “Munch Madness” tourney, a.k.a. Fruits vs. Veggies. Thanks to everyone who is playing along, I’m very nerdily excited about this little game and I couldn’t do it without voters!
In the veg corner, Asparagus beat Green Beans 24-13, and in the fruit fight Pineapple bested the humble Mango winning 22 votes to 13
I’ve got a little consolation prize for you Mango lovers, but first I give you round two in the great debate:
Fight One:
Squash (all varieties from summer to spaghetti to butternut etc) and zucchini
vs.
Pumpkin (so maybe it’s a fruit. I’m calling it a veggie because it tastes like a veggie and I hate science)
Fight Two:
Pear
vs.
Apple
Place your votes!
Now, even though Mangoes didn’t win the glory, I still have to show them some love. It just so happens that a few days ago I picked up this Champagne Mango from the co-op. I had never had this variety before, so I wanted to give it a try.
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| Choose one that gives slightly when you grip it |
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| Cut off the “cheeks” first, and then pare the remaining section |
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| I hedgehog it, so that I can do this… |
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| I then cut the remaining fruit off of the pit and peel, and gnaw on the extra pieces lest none go to waste. Some people are allergic to the pit though, FYI. |
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| If you don’t eat half of it while you cut it, you end up with a lot more than this |
So how was the Champagne Mango? Perhaps the sweetest Mango I’ve ever tasted. Perhaps I just happened upon a perfectly ripe one, or perhaps they are just an elite form of the fruit.
For all of you out there who chose Asparagus or Pineapple, what is your favorite way to use them?
Place your votes in today’s match, I can’t wait to see what you think!
And come back tomorrow for something a bit more carb-a-licious!
Meri
Zucchini! Though, I'm a little confused. Where I live a butternut is a type of pumpkin.
Oh, and definitely apple. Pear is foul :/
I didn't vote on the last round, but my favourite way to cook asparagus is to bundle a few stalks together, line them with halved cherry tomatoes and a sprig of rosemary, then wrap them in proscuitto. Pop them in the oven with slices of lemon on top and a drizzle of oil. Delish! (Just make sure you remove the rosemary before you eat it).
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Oh that recipe sounds really good, Jasmine- except I don't eat meat. Man-go round would like it though! I wonder what I could wrap them in. Hmm maybe puff pastry?
Zucchini & apple!!!!
PS this is awesome!
Also. I agree with that puff pastry comment. Sounds superb!
Torn on the veggie vote . . . again, but zucchini and apple get my vote!
I'm a bit of a picky eater who doesn't like many fruits and veggies (although more fruits than veggies), but this one was easy: pumpkin and apple. Have you ever tried pumpkin cookies or pumpkin bread? It's delicious!
Yum! The mango looks good. I'm jealous that you're in a good co-op!
I just found your blog and think your food battle idea is so fun! In the veggie corner, squash wins for me hands. down. Kabocha is my absolute favorite food, and I have love the versatility of zucchini as well. Pears are great, but I think I have to give the fruit win to apples. I would eat at least 5 a day if I could (unfortunately organic apples are expensive. boo.)
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This is such a funny idea!! I can't wait for my vote to be counted! I am going with squash (butternut squash soup = the very best) and apples (I like the taste of pears better but apples are so versatile!)
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It's the two P's for me. Pumpkin, cause I like pumpkin bread, and muffins. And then Pear, cause they taste soooooooooooo good!
I'll vote for squash and apple
I'm all for zucchini! Yum! As for the fruits I'll go with pear. Nothing beats a nice ripe pear!
Squash and Zucchini
Pear
Both of these foods I have recently steamed and pulverized for little Sylvia to try. She is a fan of Butternut Squash and she also liked Pears!
Squash (although isn't pumpkin with that family?) and Apple!
Champagne mangoes are normally super sweet even when not at their ripest.
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Squash and apple!
Totally going with squash and apple all the way no question 😉
Zucchini and apples for sure! Pears can be good if you find a good one but that seems to be more difficult than with an apple.
That mango looks lovely!
While I voted mango I'd have to say my favorite pineapple experiences were in Uganda. I ate them allll the time – so fresh – so sweet – so unlike any pineapple I have ever tasted in the US. mmmmmmm!
I want Mango right now… would be perfect for breakfast!
Totally squash and apple!
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Zuchini and apple
Squash (my current love is delicata) and APPLES!
My vote: Pumpkin and pear.
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Pumpkin! I love pumpkin, it's so tasty and it's a hard decision for the fruit! I would have to say apple though.
I love eating pineapple as it is, but I also love to bake with it. I had chosen green beans, but I also love asparagus I usually eat it in pastas.
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I love this game!
I'm so sad mango didn't win so thank you for sharing some extra mango love 🙂
My vote today goes for squash and pears!
For veggies…Id say pumpkin since I only like one variety of squash. And pears for sure!
My mom makes this really awesome pineapple juice by cutting off the skin, and soaking it in (initially) boiling hot water, over night/a few days to get the full flavor. Then sweeten an voila!
My vote goes for the squash (yum!) and the pear 🙂 Yeah for food fights 🙂
Squash and pear!! I love this food fight idea!! Yay for April Food Month!
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squash/zuchini for sure over pumpkin and I'll have to show my Minnesota pride and go with Apples (Honeycrisps (the state fruit) is my all time favorite) over pears.
Zucchini and Apples… both YUM!
Pumpkin and Apple for sure.
Oh, I like to steam and then marinate asparagus, then wrap a spear in thin sliced ham. Pineapple is best all by its lonesome, but up FRESH. It's fun to juice it too.
Now, my new votes: Pumpkin and pear.
squash/zucchini and apple!!! love them both. totally into apple, pecan, chicken, bleu cheese and dried cranberries in salad right now!! DELISH!
also, i really like mango. but i hate cutting it. i'll have to try your way next time – i usually just peel it first (which is verrrry slippery)!
OH that mango looks juicy and delicious. I'm terrible at picking ripe fruit!
Squash-pear
I know I'm late but wanted to show my love anyways! I abhor apples.