Healthy Food Database

Turnips (Swedes)
Turnips originated from the wild turnip, native to Central Asia, the Mediterranean and the Near East. Turnips are a root vegetable. They are a cylindrical shape with a flat top and a root which tapers to a point. Their skin is almost smooth and can be green, or white with green or purple bands at the top. Turnip flesh is white or yellow with a slightly sweet flavour.
Category: Vegetable
In Season: Autumn Winter
To Buy:
Select firm bulbs that feel heavy for their size and have a sweet smell.
To Store:
Store in the crisper section of the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Tips & Tricks:
Cooking Tips:
Turnip leaves can be cooked like spinach - wash and drop into a pot of salted boiling water - cook for 2 minutes. Turnips bulbs should be peeled and chopped. Boil, bake, or stir-fry until tender, about 6-10 minutes if chopped, 15-20 minutes if left whole. Delicious in winter soups.

Nutrition per 1 Unit:

Weight (grams):
61
Carbohydrates, g:
2.1
Fat (g):
0.0
Monosaturated Fat , g:
0.0
Potassium:
Salicylates:
Moderate
Energy (kJ):
63
Protein (g):
0.8
Saturated Fat, g :
0.0
Vitamin C:
Amines:
Negligible
Glutamates:
n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

Cold and Flus
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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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