Nutrition and Food Vocabulary Quiz

What is the definition of 'nutritious'?

• A cooking method

• Valuable to the body as a food

• A type of vegetable

• A type of dessert

What is 'meringue' made of?

• Butter and sugar

• Flour and water

• Egg white and sugar

• Milk and cream

What do carbohydrates provide to cells?

• Vitamins

• Water

• Energy

• Fiber

What is the primary function of protein?

• To hydrate the body

• To add flavor

• To provide energy

• To build and repair cells

What does a delicatessen sell?

• Baked goods

• Fresh fruits

• Frozen meals

• Prepared food such as sandwiches and salads

What is 'barbecue' primarily associated with?

• A cooking appliance

• A type of dessert

• A type of vegetable

• Meat roasted over an open fire

What does 'sauté' mean?

• To steam

• To fry lightly and quickly

• To boil

• To bake

What is cholesterol?

• A type of carbohydrate

• A fatty substance in the blood

• A vitamin

• A protein source

What is 'cereal'?

• A type of meat

• A cooking method

• A type of fruit

• Food made from grain

What does 'serial' refer to?

• A cooking technique

• A type of vegetable

• A story given one part at a time

• A type of grain