Kohl rabi, boiled in unsalted water

Kohl rabi is a vegetable with a swollen stem that is eaten after peeling. The figures here are for kohl rabi peeled thickly, diced and boiled in unsalted water. It provides carbohydrate and small amounts of protein and fat, alongside vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 3.1g of carbohydrate, 27mg of vitamin C, 47µg of folate and 240mg of potassium.

Vitamin C supports normal skin and connective tissue and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Folate is needed for normal cell division and blood cell formation. This preparation contains little salt; adding salt during cooking or at the table will increase the amount. Full nutritional figures are in the tables below.