Vegetables should be cooked in little amounts of water and in as short a time as possible. Vegetables can be served raw as salads. Raw vegetables are very nutritious but they must be washed well in clean water to remove all dirt and harmful bacteria. Tomatoes, cucumber, spinach, cabbage etc. can all be eaten raw and a salad can also be included in the daily diet. Storage Most foods, except fresh foods, need to be stored.
Improper storage can lead to spoilage.
Cereals, dried pulses, condiments, spices etc. must be stored in clean, tightly covered tins. No moisture must be allowed to enter the containers. The spoiled or damaged part of the vegetables should be discarded. Vegetables must be stored in a cool, dry place, covered with a damp cloth. Onions or potatoes can be stored in dry open tins or baskets.