Question

Your mother has cooked pumpkin halwa with lots of dry fruits added in it.
1. (i) Identify any two food groups found in this dish.
2. (ii) Write any one nutrient provided by each of the above food groups.
3. (iii) Which food group is not present in this dish?

Answer 1

1. (i) Food Groups Found in the Dish: The pumpkin halwa contains ingredients from the following food groups:
1. Vegetables: Pumpkin, which is a vegetable, is the main ingredient in this dish.
2. Nuts and Seeds: Dry fruits (such as cashews, almonds, and raisins) belong to this food group.
2. (ii) Nutrients Provided by Each Food Group:
1. Vegetables: Pumpkin provides Vitamin A, which is essential for vision and immune function.
2. Nuts and Seeds: Dry fruits provide Healthy Fats (mainly unsaturated fats), which are important for heart health and brain function.
3. (iii) Food Group Not Present in This Dish: Dairy is not present in this dish.A dairy product like milk or ghee might be added to the halwa, but it was not specified in the description of the dish.