Kohlrabi

Also Known As : German turnip

Technical Name : Brassica oleracea

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

Kohlrabi has mild sweet flavour.

Usage Tips

Kohlrabi can be prepared as a vegetable.
It can be added to salads.

Description

Kohlrabi is a biennial vegetable that belongs to cabbage family. It is grown for its turnip shaped edible portion which can be white, purple or green in color with a creamy white flesh.

Health benefits

Kohlrabi is rich in fiber and helps in regulating bowel movements.⁽¹⁾
It has anti-cancer properties that prevents formation of cancer cells in the body.⁽¹⁾
It contains antioxidants that prevent cells from oxidative damage.⁽¹⁾
It helps to control spikes in blood sugar level.⁽¹⁾
It is a good source of iron and folate that helps to prevent anemia.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Choose large, fresh and light green colored kohlrabi. Avoid if it has cuts or ruptures.

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.naturalfoodseries.com/13-health-benefits-kohlrabi/

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