-
- Font
- A
Tomatoes have long sparked the debate: are they fruits or vegetables? Botanically, they're fruits, as they develop from a flower's ovary and contain seeds. However, legally, things get interesting. In 1893, the U.S. Supreme Court classified tomatoes as vegetables for tariff purposes, and this decision still stands.
But that's not all! Adding to the intrigue, the question of whether ketchup is a juice arises. It's derived from tomatoes, so technically, it's a tomato-based sauce, not a fruit juice. The legal definitions surrounding tomatoes remain rooted in historical rulings, making "Is ketchup a juice" a fun, yet complex, side question. The debate continues!