Organic
White Turnip
"Sweet surprise in every bite"
A sweet and crunchy root vegetable, white turnip adds a delicious twist to salads and slaws.
Also known as
White Rapa Turnip, White Ball, Navette
Botanical name
Brassica rapa
Product Details
PLU Code
94812
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Turnip › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in Europe and Asia, now cultivated worldwide for culinary use.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Status
Approved
About White Turnip
White turnips are part of the Brassica family, and are often confused with rutabagas or parsnips. They are best known for their delightful sweetness and can be used both raw and cooked. Their flavor profile varies depending on whether they're harvested early in the spring or later in the season.
Nutrition Information
White turnip is low in calories and rich in nutrients. It contains approximately 36 calories, 8.7 grams of carbohydrates, 1.4 grams of protein, and almost no fat per 100 grams of the vegetable. It is also a good source of dietary fiber and contains a range of essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, potassium, and manganese. The nutritional breakdown is as follows:
100g of white turnip contains
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Energy value 36 kcal
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Moisture content 93g
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Carbohydrates 8.7g
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Fiber 2.3g
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Protein 1.4g
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Fat 0.1g
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Vitamin C 30mg
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Potassium 230mg
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Manganese 0.268mg
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for turnip roots (topped, short-trimmed or bunched). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated containers or bags with breathable membrane
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Storage Notes: Turnips can suffer freezing damage at the storage temperature, while warmer storage or low humidity speeds shriveling, weight loss and soft rot. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 590-591.
Applies to: turnip roots (topped, short-trimmed or bunched).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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