Miltomate (Noun)
Meaning
Mexican annual naturalized in eastern North America having yellow to purple edible fruit resembling small tomatoes.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The garden was filled with a variety of fruits and vegetables, including the miltomate, a small, round fruit that resembled a miniature tomato.
- Miltomate plants can be easily grown in containers and make a great addition to any patio or balcony garden.
- In some parts of Mexico, miltomate is used to make a type of salsa or sauce to accompany traditional dishes.
- The miltomate fruit has a slightly sweet and slightly sour taste, similar to a combination of a tomato and a lime.
- To add some color to the salad, the chef tossed in a handful of sliced miltomate, its deep purple skin glistening in the light.