Do vegetarians eat fruits and vegetables?

They should but it's not a requirement to be a vegetarian - just for good health. Vegetarianism is defined by what is excluded, not what is included. As long as you don't eat the flesh of animals, you qualify as a vegetarian. read more

Vegetarians who do not eat fruits are vegetables are not vegetarians. Eating grains only is not a vegetarian diet. Of course vegetarians eat fruits and vegetables: they are “herbivores” (that, depending on how you define it, may also consume dairy and eggs). read more

A vegan does not eat meat, poultry, fish, eggs or dairy products. A lacto-vegetarian diet does not include meat, poultry, fish or eggs. However, lacto-vegetarians will eat dairy products, such as milk, cheese and yogurt. A lacto-ovo vegetarian diet only excludes meat, fish and poultry, while eggs and dairy products are allowed. read more

Toss beans and vegetables with whole wheat pasta; make soups and chilis with several varieties; add a sprinkling to grain salads. And for a different taste treat, look for canned heirloom varieties. 4. read more