30 Foods That Start With N

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Nashi pears are a gardener’s dream. These pears are characterized by their early onset of fruiting, winter-hardiness, and over-yielding. The shape of the fruit reminds something between an apple and a pear.  The fruit has a natural crunchy taste and a sweet aftertaste.

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1. Nashi pears

The fantastic fruit Natal plum comes from South Africa and is one of those foods that must be eaten with great caution. Some parts of the plant it grows on are poisonous to humans.  The safe amount of eating is the fruit. Plum is very healthy because it is high in vitamin C, calcium, and magnesium.

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2. Natal plum

The nectarine is a subspecies of the ordinary peach.  Nectarines are often smaller than peaches, but these are also sweeter. The fruit has found applications in various areas of human activity; for example, in cosmetology, the nectarine is respected because it fights 

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3. Nectarine

wrinkles and loose skin. In addition, it strengthens the digestive glands, helps with hypertension, can restore physical strength, and is a dietary product.

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3. Nectarine

The navel is the fruit of the tropical tree of the same name, with considerable size and weight.  Because of its high vitamin content, this type of orange will prove very useful in cosmetology and for colds.  It is used for the flesh inside for culinary purposes, which has a 

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4. Navel Oranges

strong sweet taste and a pleasant aroma.

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4. Navel Oranges

Though not a fruit, nectar comes from plants.  It is used chiefly as an ingredient in desserts or fruit juices.  Nectar has an insane amount of sugar in it, so it is essentially a natural sugar syrup.

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5. Nectar

Nigella is a genus of annual herbaceous plants.  Nigella seeds have a spicy, peppery taste and a pleasant aroma of strawberries. In addition, the advantage of these seeds is that they are as spicy as black pepper; these do not irritate the mucous membrane of the stomach and

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6. Nigella seeds

intestines. Furthermore, they contain a lot of fatty and essential oils, with a pleasant berry-like smell.

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6. Nigella seeds

Nutmeg is primarily a spice that is derived from the nutmeg pips.  It is actively used in cooking for essential oils. And also in medicine, perfumery, and aromatherapy.  Nutmeg improves circulation, eliminates eating disorders and insomnia.

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7. Nutmeg

A fantastic plant of the Solanaceae family, the Naranjilla fruit grows in Ecuador and other countries with similar climates.  The fruit of the tree is round-elliptical in shape with an orange-colored rind. The taste of Naranjilla is sweet with a sourness that is like a combination of 

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8. Naranjilla fruit

pineapple, passion fruit, and strawberries.  Due to its ascorbic acid content, B vitamins, the fruit also helps strengthen the immune system.

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8. Naranjilla fruit

Nowadays, there is a significant number of varieties of melon.  Among all the types, Muscat melon deserves special attention with its rich flavor and unsurpassed aroma. The ripe white nutmeg melon has creamy yellow skin.  The richer color of the fruit’s flesh may 

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9. Nutmeg melon

indicate that it contains a lot of vitamin A.

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9. Nutmeg melon

Nasturtium grows in almost every garden. It successfully fits into any garden concept.  The unassuming charm of the charming nasturtium is known to all flower lovers. In cookbooks, you can find a large number of recipes for dishes made from this plant.  But more often, 

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10. Nasturtium

nasturtium flowers are widely used as an herbal remedy for illnesses, usually for colds and coughs.

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10. Nasturtium

Nettles are an excellent addition to salads, soups, sauces, and even smoothies, though not immediately apparent.  First of all, the plant is rich in its multivitamin composition. Because of such a bouquet of beneficial properties, nettle infusions improve the digestive system, lower blood cholesterol 

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11. Nettles

levels, and have a choleretic effect.

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11. Nettles

Another not very well-known but beneficial plant species is the nipa.  The plant and seeds of nigella are used only in South Asia and Austria. The stems of the plant are filled with sugar juice, as are the long prongs. It is excellent for cooking because it can be used in many dishes.

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12. Nipa

The Scottish variety of the well-known turnip, neep, is a white root vegetable that can be found worldwide.  The plant’s roots are eaten by people in various ways but are most commonly found in soups and stews.  Such popularity in Scandinavian and European cuisines of neep can be 

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13. Neeps

attributed to its beneficial vitamins and minerals.

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13. Neeps

Tender slices of chicken fillet sealed in breadcrumbs and nuggets have recently gained a foothold in world gastronomy.  Fast-food restaurants such as McDonald’s brought the dish popularity.  Today, nuggets are sold in most grocery stores and are also very easy to make at home.

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14. Nuggets

Speaking of food, you can’t go past Mexican nachos.  This dish has become a favorite worldwide and has earned the title of one of the most delicious dishes of Mexican cuisine.  Nachos consist of tortilla chips sprinkled with cheese, salsa, jalapenos, and ground chicken or beef.

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15. Nachos

The edible red algae of the genus Porphyra kelp is used to make another fantastic product, nori.  They are usually sold in pressed sheets of the dark green or brown-green color of different saturation. Among its health benefits are its antibacterial and antioxidant properties. Moreover, the 

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16. Nori

consumption of nori reduces the likelihood of ulcer disease, blood sugar levels and improves brain function due to the content of omega-3 and complex carbohydrates.

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16. Nori

Naan bread, widely used in Indian cuisine, is worth highlighting in the list of healthy and nutritious side dishes.  This bread can be served plain, or you can modify it by adding different ingredients.  Naan is a type of leavened bread that is usually cooked on the stove or grill.

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17. Naan bread

Noodles are a popular pasta product in the form of long, narrow strips of dough.  Noodles can be stewed in meat sauce, served as a side dish, cooked into soups with homemade noodles, and made into many more tasty and healthy dishes.  This is a staple dish of Chinese cuisine, which is seen as a healthy option.

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18. Noodle

New York pizza is not a simple variation of regular pizza. It is thin, hand-rolled, and designed to be used as a single slice.  This style allows you to experiment with toppings and make a New York Pizza variation that is special to you.

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19. New York pizza

You can try the popular Clam Chowder dish at many restaurants, but this particular New England recipe is insanely delicious and is a great comforting dish for bad days.  The dish usually includes potatoes, onions, pork, celery, milk, broth, and, of course, clam chowder.

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20. New England Clam Chowder

The list continues with the legendary New York Cheesecake.  Originally from New York City, this dish has gained worldwide popularity and is now served in many European restaurants. This cheesecake is usually made from cream cheese, with sugar and vanilla added for the perfect sweet 

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21. New York Cheesecake

treat. Because of this, it can easily be made at home, and sauce can be added to give the dessert even more flavor.

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21. New York Cheesecake

Nutella is a wildly popular dessert that has appeared in restaurants worldwide and is a homemade treat for many.  Nutella paste was first created in Italy and continues to grow in popularity. It can be a healthy product because it contains hazelnuts; the paste is also used as a 

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22. Nutella

nut butter substitute. However, a high amount of sugar is not the best way to start your day.

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22. Nutella

Another sweet treat is an American type of confectionery called Nerds.  These come in different flavors and colors and are very popular with children all over the world. The sweets can be both sweet and sour in the same box. Each handful of these candies is unique and very tasty.

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23. Nerds

Neapolitan Ice Cream is a type of ice cream consisting of three separate flavors.  Usually includes strawberry, chocolate and vanilla arranged side by side in the same container.  Neapolitan ice cream is one of the staples in the ice cream world, but you have to like all three flavors to enjoy it.

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24. Neapolitan Ice Cream

Nankhatai can be an excellent option for biscuit lovers.  It’s a type of temporary cookie with melted butter and spices, including saffron and cardamom.  The cookies are native to India and have some spice compared to other recipes.

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25. Nankhatai

Continuing the theme of sweets, it’s impossible to miss nonpareil.  This is a sweet treat with a lump of high sugar and starch content.  These confections are made of chocolate and decorated with sprinkles for a touch of sophistication.

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26. Nonpareil

Nesselrode should also be included among the sweet variants to the letter H.  This is a famous French dish made with maraschino cherries, a mixture of nuts and candied fruits.  Once a dish intended only for the rich, today, the combination fills puddings, ice cream, and pies.

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27. Nesselrode

Those who lead a healthy lifestyle and watch their diet probably have already heard about nuts products with the letter N.  Apparently, these nuts can reduce the risk of various diseases, boost energy, and get rid of depression.  Nuts contain calcium, potassium, 

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28. Nuts

magnesium, iron, vitamins A, B, C, phosphorus, and other minerals.

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28. Nuts

An indispensable dish of Japanese cuisine is fermented soybeans, natto.  The cooking process is relatively simple, and novices can find all the information online and make it at home.  The Japanese call natto a superfood because it lowers cholesterol levels, thins the blood, and reduces the 

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29. Natto

possibility of cardiovascular disease.

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29. Natto

Finishing the topic of side dishes, the famous dish in Indonesian and Malaysian cuisine is Nasi Goreng.  This is fried rice cooked in a kecap mani with meat, vegetables, and a fried egg on top.  The dish has a sweet taste and is easy to make at home.

30. Nasi Goreng