FoodWhite turnip salad: Your new immune-boosting winter sidekick

White turnip salad: Your new immune-boosting winter sidekick

Especially during the fall and winter, when the body's immune system tends to weaken, it's important to ensure a fresh addition to your meals. You might prepare carrot or white cabbage salad again, or you could surprise your family with something new. Try white turnip—it might just become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

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6:01 PM EST, November 27, 2024

White turnip salad is very easy to prepare, and when drizzled with orange juice, it can delight your taste buds. It works perfectly as a side dish for traditional meat dishes as well as vegetarian meals. It pairs wonderfully in colorful bowls, such as rice and fried chicken. Add arugula, orange pieces, and sunflower seeds to make the bowl even more diverse.

White turnip – a wealth of vitamins

Often underrated, white turnip is a valuable source of nutrients. It contains plenty of vitamin C, which supports the immune system and maintains healthy skin. It also includes B vitamins and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Regular consumption of turnip supports heart and muscle function, and the fiber it contains improves digestion and provides a feeling of fullness.

How to make white turnip salad?

Turnip is quite a large vegetable. Cutting it into smaller pieces will make it much easier to grate.

Ingredients:

  • 1 white turnip
  • Juice from half an orange
  • 1 tablespoon of canola or olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions: 

  1. Peel the turnip and grate it.
  2. Drizzle with juice squeezed from half an orange.
  3. Add a tablespoon of oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Mix everything thoroughly using two forks.

Other dishes with white turnip

White turnip can be eaten raw or in warm dishes, such as vegetable soups or stews. Due to its delicate, slightly spicy taste, it works well in salads. It also tastes great sliced thinly on a fresh slice of bread spread with butter.

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