White Turnips

White Turnips, or 'Neeps as they are affectionately known, are summer vegetables that are smaller in size than Rutabagas. They are purple on the top and white on the bottom with white flesh. BCfresh Turnips are excellent in soups and stews, and make a great side dish when mashed with carrots. You can try turnip fries, creamy 'Neep hash, and even
scalloped turnips.

BCfresh White Turnips are a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Folate, Calcium and Potassium.
 

Availability

BCfresh White Turnips are available from mid-June through January.
 

Care and storage

Turnips should be stored in a cool, well ventilated area.

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Nutrition Information

Per 1 cup of raw Turnip
   
Energy 36 cal
Colesterol 0 g
Fat 0 g
Carbohydrates 8 g
Sodium 87 mg
   
Source: Fresh Fruit & Vegetable nutrition Encyclopedia Fresh for Flavor Foundation 1991.