# Turnips, raw: calories and nutrition
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Raw turnips provide 28 kcal, 0.9 g protein, 0.1 g fat, 6.4 g carbs, 1.8 g fiber, and 21 mg vitamin C per 100 g.

## Nutrient profile (per 100 g)

| Nutrient | Per 100 g | % Daily Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Calories | 28 kcal | 1% |
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% |
| Sugars | 3.8 g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% |
| Folate | 15 µg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 191 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 21 mg | 23% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg | 2% |

## Standard servings

- 1 cup, cubes: 130 g
- 1 large: 183 g
- 1 medium: 122 g
- 1 slice: 15 g
- 1 small: 61 g
- 0.5 cup, cubes: 65 g

## What is in it
Raw turnips are low in calories. One hundred grams gives 28 kcal, 0.9 g protein, 0.1 g fat, 6.4 g carbohydrates, 3.8 g sugars, and 1.8 g dietary fiber. It also provides 21 mg vitamin C, 30 mg calcium, 0.3 mg iron, 11 mg magnesium, 191 mg potassium, and 15 µg folate.

## What it means for your health
The fiber in turnips may help keep digestion regular. Vitamin C is linked to immune support and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. The low fat and low sodium content make this vegetable a light choice for meals. Potassium may support healthy blood pressure.

## Good to know
A typical serving is one cup of cubes, about 130 grams, which supplies roughly 36 kcal and 2.3 g fiber. Turnips can be eaten raw in salads or cooked in soups. They contain no vitamin A, vitamin D, or vitamin B12. This is general education, not medical advice.