The daily veggies and their human-like characteristics

The daily veggies have a very important role in our daily diet. From Childhood mom has told us that if we don’t eat green veggies daily then we may turn into morons. From cabbage to cauliflower and from spinach to beans every vegetable has become a part of our daily diet. Then we have potatoes which team with all leafy veggies making them more palatable and friendlier to our taste buds. So much is the popularity of potatoes that you serve them in any form and kids will eat their meal without any fuss. The success of Mcdonald’s to some extent can be attributed to the humble potato as any meal in Mcdonald’s is incomplete without fries.

Every vegetable has a personality that closely resembles a human being. I have taken the liberty of comparing them with people and surprisingly each vegetable reflects a distinct personality that relates to a close friend or family member.

The Humble Potato can pair with any of the daily veggies

Potato is not classified as a green veggie but still, any vegetable dish is incomplete without it. Take Gobhi-aloo, Matar-aloo, Beans-aloo, and Baigan-aloo, and the menu can go on and on. Potato happens to be the most unromantic veggie by looks. It’s like an obese person in your social circle. The person can be young (the small-sized aloo’s mainly used to make sookhe aloo) or old (the big-sized ones used in aloo-do-plaza or any other sabzi).

The most likable feature of this obese person whether young or old is that he is jovial by nature and full of energy. After all, aloo is a rich source of carbohydrates that gives energy to our bodies. In every circle, you will find a few obese people. A college-going group of friends calls him Motu or Lala but he is everybody’s favorite. Friends can share secrets with him and he is the one who knows the best eating joints in the city. You will barely find him in low spirits and is always cheering others. In other words, he has 100 percent compatibility with each friend in the group just like an aloo.

On the other hand, Dad’s circle also has a friend who is obese but somehow, he is the most carefree of all. He is a big fan of Mom’s homemade aloo-gobhi and mutton curry. When it comes to drinking, he is the one to start the session with a Patiala and end it with one for the road. Despite all his flaws, he is Dad’s bestie.

The Bharta Specialist Baigan

The moment you name baigan the first thing that comes to mind is a bharta. Baigan comes in all forms and shapes – the round, the slim, and the tall. The round ones are preferred for making the bharta. Similarly, in real life, some people come in different shapes and sizes and specialize in creating bharta in your life.

Take the case of Arvind Kejriwal, the CM of Delhi. Nobody can make a bharta like him. Whether it’s the liquor policy of Delhi, an argument with the Lt Governor, or blaming the PM for any goof-up in the country, he can cook a bharta out of any situation.

The Layered Cabbage

Few people who come into our lives have so many layers that it’s difficult to understand their real personality. At times they will make you feel that there is nobody closer than them in your life. But then a day comes when this person is a different personality and backbites you. This person can be either in your office circle or in a group of friends at college.

You can keep peeling the layers and still not be able to find the core just like a cabbage.

The Onion that makes you cry

In Indian society, there are two claimants of this vegetable that forms the basis of the famous Indian curry. The Mother-in-law vs the daughter-in-law. Each one can make the other one cry and each of them comes with a layer of personality that the other party fails to unriddle. The best part is that they keep peeling off each other’s layers and, in the process, make the husband/son shed tears.

The Lauki – the tallest amongst the basket of daily veggies

A vegetable that stands the tallest amongst all daily veggies, Lauki has a personality that is docile and compatible with most other vegetables. Lauki-aloo, Lauki-tamatar, jeera wali Lauki, Lauki kofta, and to an extent even a sweeter version the Lauki ki kheer.

Now guess who in your social circle comes with an unblemished, fair skin and in personality stands taller than the rest. The person is not only sweet but also is liked by everybody. Can be your best friend in class or college or an office colleague with whom you bitch about your boss.

The figure-conscious Lady Finger is the greenest of all daily veggies

One of the most popular veggies that appears when the season is hot. The Ladyfinger happens to be one of the most beautiful and hot among all daily veggies. Figure-conscious with a pointed crown this vegetable has a huge following. Some people swear by her. Give them bhindi in any size and shape and they will just feast on it.

In our social circle, we always have one personality who is figure conscious and looks hot. With her charming personality and magical smile, she creates a bit of stickiness all around. In the same way, the stickiness of Bhindi creates a fan following of its own.

Karela or Bitter Gourd

This is one of the daily veggies that comes closest to a person in your circle who never minds speaking his mind even though the other party may not like it. “Sach Kadva hota hai”. This person can be your Boss in the office or even your dad who will frankly share their views. The Boss will tell you that you are not performing at your optimum level and need to pull up your socks. On the other hand, your dad may tell you that to achieve something in life one needs to spend more time on studies and less with friends. But in the long run, they are your wellwisher and will never harm you.

Despite its bitter taste karela remains one of the popular veggies on the Indian dining table.

The Green peas

Nobody resembles the common man better than the common green peas. Individually they will not stand out or even get noticed but collectively they can make even a government fall.  They are sweet and the moment you add any other veggie to it the dish becomes yummy and tasteful. Aloo-matar, Gobhi-matar, Matar-paneer, Gajar-matar, Bund Gobhi-matar, and the list goes on. Peas just like the common man can easily be crushed but even crushed peas make a delightful dish called Nimona (A dish famous in UP).

The Green Chilly

Any Indian meal whether you are having it at a dhaba or a fine-dine restaurant is incomplete without a helping of green chilly served with onions and salads. There are so many people in our family and friend circle who play the role of green chilly. A sarcastic remark from them makes our mood somber. Remarks can be on health, studies, relationships, and etiquette. The burning sensation of a green chilly can only be countered by something sweet. Similarly, one can overcome sarcasm by being in the company of people who are cheerful and have a positive outlook toward life.

So, if one of your close aunts passes a snide remark on your marriage plans upsetting your mood, just spend some time with your mom who will brighten up your mood.

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