Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Exciting Reasons to Discover Kohlrabi

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Kohlrabis are a member of the turnip family, which may be unfamiliar to American kitchens, but are very popular in Germanic countries. Their odd shape and name can be a little freaky, but they’re actually very versatile.

Either raw or cooked, they make tasty dishes that even the meat-eaters will surely love. The green or white in color is sweeter, while the purple one is spicier. You can toss them into soups, salads, slaws and more.

Registered holistic nutritionist Diane Coupal shared some exciting reasons to discover kohlrabi on Food Matters:

5 EXCITING REASONS TO DISCOVER KOHLRABI

Move over kale. Kohlrabi is about to enjoy a resurgence in popularity and with good reason! Kohlrabi, also known as German turnip, is a round, tuberous vegetable belonging to the brassica family: the same family as broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and kale. Its taste can be described as the meeting of broccoli and cabbage. Read more…

There are so many reasons to discover kohlrabi. Aside from the health benefits mentioned, it also helps boost eye and bone health.

You can buy kohlrabis at the grocery store or farmers market. The farmers market will provide organic produce that is fresher and more delicious. They’re available all year round, but they are best around mid July to mid November.

To store, separate the bulb from the leaves, and then put them in the fridge. You have to put the leaves in a zip-lock plastic bag, where they will remain fresh for a few days. On the other hand, the bulb needs loose container, and it can last for weeks.

Image Credit: 5 Exciting Reasons to Discover Kohlrabi – Food Matters

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