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- Can you eat the leaves of a turnip?
- Are turnip greens good for you?
- What can I do with turnip leaves?
- What is the difference between collard greens and turnip greens?
Can you eat the leaves of a turnip?
Turnip greens are part of the cruciferous vegetable family, as are kale and broccoli. They are high in nutrients and low in calories. Both the root and the leaves of the turnip are edible, but turnip greens refer specifically to the stem and leafy green part of the plant.
Are turnip greens good for you?
Nutrition and Benefits
Turnip greens pack in a hearty dose of vitamins A and C. One serving has a day's worth of vitamin A, and a good amount of fiber, as well as small amounts of magnesium, vitamin B6, calcium, and potassium. The turnip itself has even more fiber and vitamin C than the greens.
What can I do with turnip leaves?
Use turnip greens as an alternative to cooked spinach or collard greens! They're delicious sautéed or steamed as a side dish with garlic, onion, olive oil and lemon, or as an addition to soups, stews and pasta. Roast 'em! Add a cubed turnip to your next pot roast or pan of roasted vegetables.
What is the difference between collard greens and turnip greens?
“Greens” is a general term encompassing collard greens, turnip greens, mustard greens, and kale. Collard greens have a slightly bitter flavor, while mustard and turnip greens have a slightly spicy, peppery one. Kale is milder than all the other greens and is often eaten raw in salads.
