White Turnip

Vienna Kohlrabi. With a crunchy texture and delicate flavor.

An explosion of freshness and sweetness in every bite

White Turnip: Authenticity and Artisanal Flavor

White Turnip, also known as Vienna Kohlrabi, is an extraordinary vegetable that captures the essence of quality agriculture. Characterized by a swollen stem just above the ground, this variety is distinguished by its tender, white, and crunchy flesh. Its natural sweetness, combined with a subtle hint of spiciness, makes it an extremely versatile ingredient in the kitchen, capable of surprising even the most discerning palates.

Grown respecting the rhythms of nature, our White Turnip is the result of a short supply chain that guarantees absolute freshness. Each bulb is carefully selected to ensure it reaches your table intact, preserving all the moisture and vitality typical of a freshly harvested product. It's the perfect choice for those seeking a wholesome food, capable of bringing the authentic flavor of the garden directly to their everyday dishes.

Its texture is its true strength: firm and juicy, it lends itself both to raw consumption, where it retains all its liveliness, and to brief cooking, which enhances its softness without losing its character. Whether julienned in a salad or lightly stewed, the Vienna White Turnip represents the excellence of the plant biodiversity that Alpassofood carefully selects from the finest growers.
 
 
 

The roots of this White Turnip are deep in tradition

Vienna kohlrabi has an ancient history intertwined with the gastronomic tradition of Central Europe, where it was a staple of peasant cuisine for centuries. As early as the Renaissance, this variety was prized for its hardiness and ability to provide essential nutrients during the cooler months. The name "Vienna" recalls the popularity this vegetable enjoyed in the courts and markets of the Empire, where it was celebrated for its aesthetic elegance and refined flavor.

In Italy, its cultivation has spread thanks to this vegetable's ability to adapt to diverse climates, while preferring rich, well-drained soil. Traditionally, it was used in simple soups to add body and sweetness, but over time it has become a beloved ingredient among chefs for its ability to transform gourmet dishes. Choosing this product means rediscovering a piece of rural history that has never ceased to provide well-being.
 
 
 

Choosing White Turnip means taking care of yourself

Nutritionally, white turnips are a veritable treasure trove of health benefits. They're particularly rich in vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that supports the immune system and promotes healthy skin. Thanks to their high water and fiber content, they're a valuable aid for digestion and are a great choice for anyone who wants to maintain a light diet without sacrificing flavor, thanks to their extremely low calorie count.

Furthermore, like all brassicas, it contains sulfur compounds and minerals such as potassium and phosphorus, essential for proper metabolism and nervous system health. Consuming it regularly, especially raw, allows for the best absorption of all its phytonutrients, making it a natural "superfood" of our agricultural tradition.
 
 
 

How to Best Use: White Turnip

• RAW AND CRISPY APERITIF:

Cut the turnip into very thin, almost transparent slices and season them with a drizzle of Organic extra virgin olive oil 500ml, a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of Breton Salt PGI 125g to enhance its natural sweetness.

• DELICIOUS BAKED GRATIN:

Dice the kohlrabi and blanch it lightly, then arrange it in a baking dish with a generous sprinkling of cheese and slices of Lazio buffalo scamorza 200gBake until golden and stringy.

• REGENERATING VELVETY:

Cook the turnip together with the Organic New Potatoes 1,5Kg and blend everything until you get a silky consistency. Serve hot accompanied with a handful of Organic Fusilli 500g for a complete and nutritious first course.
 
 
 

Ingredients

White Turnip (Vienna Kohlrabi) 100%.
 
 
 

Nutritional Values ​​(average values ​​per 100g of product)

• Energy: 27 kcal / 113 kJ
• Fat: 0,1 g
• of which saturated fatty acids: 0,02 g
• Carbohydrates: 6,2 g
• of which sugars: 2,6 g
• Fiber: 3,6 g
• Protein: 1,7 g
• Salt: 0,05 g

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