Glossary
Rutabaga - traditional root vegetable

Rutabaga - traditional root vegetable

Rutabaga (Brassica napus) is a root vegetable from the cabbage family, related to turnips and cabbage. Its large round root has yellow flesh and a sweet flavor that becomes milder when cooked. Rutabaga is a traditional part of Northern European cuisine, where it is added to soups, mashes, and stews. It is rich in vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. In Scottish cuisine, rutabaga is a key component of traditional neeps, served alongside haggis. Rutabaga can also be roasted, fried, or added to gratins.

Rutabaga is a root vegetable related to turnips but has yellower flesh and a sweeter taste.
It is a traditional part of Northern European cuisine, especially in Scandinavia and Scotland.
In Scotland, rutabaga is a key component of traditional neeps, served alongside haggis.
Rutabaga is rich in vitamin C, potassium, and fiber while being low in calories.

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Nutritional values (100 g of product contains)

Energy

37 kcal

2 %

Proteins

1 g

2 %

Fats

160 mg

< 1 %

Carbohydrates

9 g

3 %

Fiber

2 g

9 %

Salt

30 mg

< 1 %