High in vitamin C which acts as an antioxidant and supports the immune system. Rutabagas also have good amounts of potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, and manganese.
Rutabagas
Rutabagas are a vintage veggie that goes by many other names such as Swedes, Yellow Turnips and Neeps, to name a few. The “Laurentian” variety grown in the Fraser Valley is easily identified by their bright purple tops, yellow bottoms and creamy white dense flesh. Rutabagas are sweeter than turnips, with lower water content and more pronounced flavour.
Rutabagas
Rutabagas are often described as a mix between turnips and cabbages, but they have a much stronger flavour. One cup of cooked rutabaga contains only 66 calories.
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Firm, smooth, globular rutabagas
Heavy for their size
Local BCfresh rutabagas are available all year round.
Raw with dip as an appetizer
Combine with potatoes, carrots and apples
Soups, stews, salads
Baked goods
Boil, blanched, steamed, braised, sautéed, roasted, stir-fried, mashed, microwaved.
Store at 32°F (0°C) with a relative humidity of 90-95 percent.
Store rutabagas in a cool, humid location to prevent dehydration and shrivelling.
Store rutabagas in a cool, humid location to prevent dehydration and shrivelling.
Recipes for Rutabagas
Rutabaga with Crispy Shallots
Rutabaga with Crispy Shallots The rutabaga is often overlooked, but it a sweet and nutrient-packed...
Roasted Rutabaga with Lemon Tahini Dressing
With fresh flavours, this delicious take on rutabagas will have everyone asking for seconds....
Root Vegetable Coconut Curry
Sweet and earthy root vegetables make for a tasty Thai-style curry. Serve as a main or side dish....
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