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What is Swede? -
Health Benefits, Vitamins and Nutrition
Swede is a root vegetable that belongs to the
cabbage family. It is often confused with turnips as
both vegetables share so many similarities and
people often question whether it's a swede or turnip
so to clarify this matter, swede is generally larger in size, it is round in
shape and has tough pink, purple, or white shades of
skin. The flesh of a swede is generally white or
yellow in color. Swede and turnips are so closely
related that some regard them as the same vegetable.
For example, Scotland, where they are known as neeps.
Sometimes swede is known by other names including
swede-turnips or Swedish turnips.
Swede Health Benefits,
Vitamins and Nutrition
This vegetable provides many health benefits
as it's a good source of vitamins and nutrients. This
healthy vegetable provides vitamin A and vitamin C. The
nutritional value of swede is great as this smooth
tasting, mild and sweet flavored vegetable provides a
rich source of fibre, calcium and potassium. |
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Facts
about Swede
(Picture of Swede) -
Benefits, Vitamins, Nutrition
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This image is
of a typical swede with purple skin and white flesh.
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Swede has
great health benefits and provides vitamins A and C.
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This fine,
healthy vegetable originated in Sweden and was
originally fed to cattle!
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Swede provides
a good source of calcium, potassium and fibre.
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This vegetable was
originally named the turnip-rooted cabbage.
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Calories
Swede -
Health Benefits, Vitamins and Nutrition
This vegetable is very low in calories and swedes are healthy
vegetables that provide goodness. This root
vegetable will provide a higher
nutritional value if it isn't over-cooked. The amount of calories
in swede depends on the cooking method, for example if
it is
roasted, baked, steamed mashed, pureed or boiled. The
following calorie guide can be used to calculate the
amount of calories in swede.
Calories in Swede per 100 grams:
Boiled Swede
- 11 calories |
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The
History of Swede
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Health Benefits, Vitamins and Nutrition
Swede originated centuries ago in
Sweden but did not become a popular eating vegetable for
humans until more recent times. Swede was originally fed
to cattle and it was grown mainly by people from lower
classes and it was a good, healthy and substantial part
of their diet, particularly in the winter. Swede is
often referred to as a winter vegetable. When swede was
first cultivated, it was known by a different name which
was 'turnip-rooted cabbage'. It wasn't until 1780 when
Sweden introduced this vegetable to Great Britain when
it became known by the name 'swede'. More recent times
have seen the popularity of the swede rise and its
health benefits have finally been given the recognition
that this fine, healthy vegetable deserves.
Types of
Swede -
Health Benefits, Vitamins and Nutrition
There are different varieties of
swede, all of which provide good nutritional value and
benefit our health. There are yellow and white fleshed
swedes. Two of the more popular types of swede are
Merrick and Marian.
Picking and Storing
Swede -
Health Benefits, Vitamins and Nutrition
Swede should be stored in a cool dry
place to help maintain its freshness for longer. When
you are picking swedes, choose ones that are firm with
smooth and blemish free skin as fresher swedes will
contain the highest nutritional value. Try to select the
freshest and smaller sized swedes where possible.
Preparing
and Cooking with Swede -
Health Benefits, Vitamins and Nutrition
When preparing this vegetable for cooking, the
skin should be peeled first in order to remove it.
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Swede can be cooked in different ways and
used in various swede recipes. This delicious tasting
vegetable compliments potato wonderfully when these two
healthy vegetables are mashed together. Swede can be
boiled, steamed, baked and roasted.
It is a nice
addition to roast dinner and compliments other
vegetables, particularly carrot, very well. Swede is also a great vegetable
for use in soups and casseroles.
It is a very filling
and substantial food item that is full of goodness and
vitality. When cooking swede, it is important to get it
just right and the only way to do this is to frequently
check it whilst it's cooking. This vegetable should be
tender when eaten but it shouldn't be either over-cooked
or under-cooked. |
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Health
experts and nutritionists believe that a well-balanced
diet that includes at least five portions of fruit and
vegetables per day will help to considerably improve our
lifestyles and ultimately extend our lives |
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