Turnips Nutrition Facts

28 calories per 100g serving

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Turnips have just 28 calories per 100g raw with 1g protein, 6g carbs, and almost no fat. They provide vitamin C, fiber, and potassium. A root vegetable with a mildly peppery flavor when raw that turns sweet and earthy when roasted.

Protein

0.9g

13% of calories

Carbs

6.43g

92% of calories

Fat

0.1g

3% of calories

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g (100g)

NutrientAmount
Calories28 kcal
Protein0.9g
Total Carbohydrates6.43g
Total Fat0.1g
Dietary Fiber1.8g
Sugars3.8g
Saturated Fat0.01g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium67mg
Potassium191mg
Vitamin A0mcg
Vitamin C21mg
Calcium30mg
Iron0.3mg

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Turnips for Your Goal

Weight Loss

An excellent low-calorie substitute for potatoes — mashed turnips have less than half the calories of mashed potatoes with a similar creamy texture. Roast with a little olive oil for caramelized sweetness.

Muscle Gain

Very low in calories and protein, so not a significant macro source. Use as a nutrient-dense side vegetable to accompany your main protein.

Maintenance

A versatile, underused root vegetable. Roast alongside other vegetables, mash as a potato alternative, or add raw to slaws for peppery crunch.

Meal Ideas with Turnips

Mashed turnips with roasted chicken and gravy400 cal · 30g protein
Roasted turnip and carrot medley with grilled steak480 cal · 35g protein
Turnip and potato gratin with gruyère cheese350 cal · 14g protein

Did you know?

Before pumpkins arrived from the New World, Europeans carved turnips for Halloween. The original Jack-o-lanterns in Ireland and Scotland were hollowed-out turnips with candles inside — far creepier looking than today''s cheerful pumpkin faces.

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Common Questions About Turnips

How many calories are in Turnips?

Turnips contains 28 calories per 100g serving. It provides 0.9g of protein, 6.43g of carbs, and 0.1g of fat.

Is Turnips good for weight loss?

An excellent low-calorie substitute for potatoes — mashed turnips have less than half the calories of mashed potatoes with a similar creamy texture. Roast with a little olive oil for caramelized sweetness.

What pairs well with Turnips?

Great pairings include: Mashed turnips with roasted chicken and gravy, Roasted turnip and carrot medley with grilled steak, Turnip and potato gratin with gruyère cheese. These combinations provide a balanced mix of macronutrients.

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