Vegetables · per 100g
A hardy, sweet-fleshed root vegetable that develops a creamy texture when cooked, swede serves as a versatile, nutrient-dense staple in northern temperate cuisines.
Vitamin C, beta-Carotene
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), Niacin
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), Niacin
Vitamin C, Manganese
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
The swede is a natural hybrid between a cabbage and a turnip, likely originating in Scandinavia or Russia during the 17th century.
Standout nutrients
Vitamin C
Ascorbic acid
beta-Carotene
Chromium
Seasonality
Diet
Sustainability
Root vegetables have very low carbon footprints and store well without energy-intensive refrigeration.
Storage
Cool Dark Place
2–4 weeks
Keep in a cool, ventilated area to prevent softening.
Refrigerate
1–3 months
Store in the vegetable crisper drawer.
Flavour
Harmonized from 4 validated sources
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