Turnips, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 11.6 MG | 13% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.3 MG | 2% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 9 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 8.7 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.1 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 22 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 8 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 19 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 135 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 286 MG | 12% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.6 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (22 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
About Turnips, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Boiled turnips with salt are one of the milder members of the root vegetable family, with a gentle bitterness that softens considerably with cooking. Carbohydrates are low, fat is almost absent, and fiber is reasonable for how light they are. They mash well, absorb butter and cream easily, and pair naturally with stronger flavors like mustard, bacon, or braised greens. A low-starch alternative to potatoes for those watching carbohydrate intake.
Dietary Information
Turnips, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 22 calories per 100 grams, Turnips, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt gets 13% of its calories from protein, 92% from carbohydrates, and 3% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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