THE MOST POPULAR VEGGIES

Four in 10 people are picky when it comes to vegetables, according to new research.

A survey of over 2,000 people revealed that almost 40% won’t try a new veggie just because they’re too picky and because they don’t know how to cook other veggies.

And only 30% feel confident that they eat a balanced diet most of the time, with one in four admitting that they only eat healthy once in a while.

When it comes to vegetables, people are creatures of habit — 62% said they always buy the same veggies when shopping for produce.

The most popular veggies bought each week include potatoes (61%), lettuce (61%), onions (55%) and carrots (53%).

While homestyle and hearty dishes are often regarded as comfort food, data suggests vegetables provide some level of comfort, as well.

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Two in three respondents who like veggies said they feel relaxed or peaceful after eating them, and three in 10 (31%) said incorporating them into a balanced diet makes them feel empowered.

Carrots (34%) also join celery (33%) as the most dippable vegetables. More millennials said they’d pick up a carrot for dipping (38%), compared to those aged 57 and older (27%).

Most said they would give select vegetables a second chance if they learned how to cook it properly (52%) or if they learned more about its health benefits (42%).

MOST POPULARLY BOUGHT VEGETABLES

1. Potatoes (61%) (tie)
2. Lettuce (61%) (tie)
3. Onion (55%)
4. Carrots (53%)
5. Peppers (45%)
6. Corn (45%)
7. Beans (36%)
8. Garlic (34%)
9. Mushrooms (34%)
10. Celery (29%)

VEGETABLES AMERICANS ARE MOST LIKELY TO EAT

1. Broccoli (70%)
2. Carrots (69%)
3. Spinach (55%)
4. Sweet potatoes (53%)
5. Asparagus (50%)
6. Cabbage (47%)
7. Cauliflower (49%)
8. Zucchini (45%)
9. Squash (39%)
10. Brussels sprouts (36%)