White Turnip
The bright white root with a delicate purple top (meiraap): a classic old Dutch vegetable with a tender texture and a soft, sweet flavour reminiscent of mild cabbage. Its net carbohydrate is very low (about 4 g), so its glycemic index has practically no effect and does not apply.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
An excellent choice to replace part of the potatoes in stews and soups; it soaks up the flavour of the stock and spices and gives warm fullness with half the calories and starch.
Best preparation methods
Boil or steam it and mash it with a little olive oil and nutmeg, or cut it into cubes and roast it in the oven with herbs and meat.
Important Nutritional Note
Turnip is rich in vitamin C, fibre and cruciferous antioxidants; it is one of the safest root vegetables for people with diabetes and insulin resistance to keep glucose in check.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (150 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 28 kcal | 42 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 9.6 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 6.9 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1.8 g | 2.7 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 28 kcal per 100 g, ranking 23 of 48 in Vegetables (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is White Turnip good for weight loss?
Yes. White Turnip is very low in calories (28 kcal per 100 g), so you can eat a generous amount to add volume and fullness to a meal without many calories.
How does White Turnip affect blood sugar?
White Turnip contains only 4.6 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of White Turnip?
A typical 150 g portion of White Turnip provides about 42 kcal, 1.4 g protein, 9.6 g carbohydrate, 0.2 g fat and 2.7 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.