Vegetables need to be salted and seasoned in order to enhance their natural flavors, tenderize their fibers, and draw out moisture. Salt, specifically, interacts with the cell walls to soften vegetables through osmosis to draw out excess water and increase crispness. Salt also helps the vegetables retain nutrients and flavor while cooking. Nerd alert! We love our veggies! Try any of SALTOPIA's curated salts and seasoning suggestions based off vegetable types and recipes.