Turia (Ridge Gourd) is a long, green vegetable with a ridged, slightly rough outer skin and soft, spongy flesh inside. It has a mild, slightly sweet flavour and becomes tender when cooked. Ridge gourd is commonly used in Indian cooking for curries, stir-fries, dal preparations, and soups. It is light, easy to digest, and rich in water content, fibre, vitamin C, and antioxidants, making it a popular healthy vegetable in everyday meals.
