Are turnips good for you?

Are turnips good for you?

Are turnips healthy? You bet! … Turnips are loaded with fiber and vitamins K, A, C, E, B1, B3, B5, B6, B2 and folate (one of the B vitamins), as well as minerals like manganese, potassium, magnesium, iron, calcium and copper. They are also a good source of phosphorus, omega-3 fatty acids and protein.

Can you eat turnip raw?

Turnips are a nutrition-packed but often overlooked fall vegetable. … Turnips' mild flavor lends well to simply washing, cutting and eating them raw, as in a salad; however, most people choose to cook them. One of my favorite ways to enjoy turnip bulbs is to cook until tender and mash (like potatoes).

Are there red turnips?

Baby turnips are sold in yellow-, orange-, and red-fleshed varieties, as well as white-fleshed. Their flavor is mild, so they can be eaten raw in salads like radishes and other vegetables.