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2.87 g · 10% DV target
A crisp, bulbous brassica with a flavor profile bridging mild cabbage and sweet apple, kohlrabi offers a dense, hydrating crunch and a robust profile of protective plant compounds.
Kohlrabi is a cruciferous vegetable that fits into dietary patterns consistently linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer .23
Because kohlrabi is composed primarily of water, it provides a low energy density while contributing to daily hydration and dietary volume.
This vegetable contains notable levels of potassium, a mineral that supports blood pressure regulation by helping the body manage sodium balance .10
Like other members of the cabbage family, kohlrabi contains polyphenols (naturally occurring plant compounds) and essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein that the body cannot produce on its own).
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
2.87 g · 10% DV target
52.7 mg · 59% DV target
37.4 μg · 9% DV target
Remove leaves before storing to prevent the bulb from drying out.
As a hardy brassica, it requires relatively low inputs and has a high edible yield per plant.
Despite its appearance as a root, kohlrabi is actually a swollen stem that grows entirely above ground, earning it the name 'German turnip'.