Turnips are hardy, versatile and nutritious root vegetables that thrive in Indiana’s cool growing seasons. Dig into these fun facts to learn more about the crop.
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- Turnips are root vegetables and members of the cruciferous family.
- Turnips come in many shapes, from round to cylindrical, and in golden, purple-top, pink, red, white and black varieties.
- Turnips are important vegetable crops worldwide, used to feed both humans and cattle.
- Turnips are a cool-weather crop and grow best as a fall crop but can withstand light freezes into the winter months.
- Both turnips and turnip greens can be eaten raw or cooked.
- 1 cup of raw turnips contains about 36 calories.
- Turnips and turnip greens are good sources of vitamin C.
- Cooked turnips can be sauteed, grilled, roasted or boiled.
- Select turnips that are heavy for their size and free of soft spots.
Sources: Healthline, Purdue University
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