Prairie Turnips

Prairie Turnips, raw (Northern Plains Indians)

Nutrition Facts

Serving sizeper 100g
Amount per serving
Calories156
% Daily Value
  • Total Fat 0,36 g0%
  • Saturated Fat
  • Trans Fat
  • Cholesterol
  • Sodium 5 mg0%
  • Total Carbohydrate 35,67 g13%
  • Dietary Fiber 8 g29%
  • Total Sugars 0,82 g
  • Protein 2,62 g5%
  • Vitamin D
  • Calcium 130 mg10%
  • Iron 1,27 mg7%
  • Potassium 156 mg3%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
100g of Prairie Turnips, raw (Northern Plains Indians) contains 156 kcal calories, 2,62g protein, and 14,7µg selenium per USDA FoodData Central.

Calorie breakdown

How calories are distributed across macronutrients

156kcal
  • Protein7%(10 kcal)
  • Carbs91%(143 kcal)
  • Fat2%(3 kcal)

Nutrient density

51/ 100

Meets ≥10% Daily Value for 8 of 23 nutrients

High nutrient density

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Potassium : Sodium ratio31.2 : 1
favorable
  • Prairie Turnips has a potassium-to-sodium ratio of 31.2:1, which is considered favorable for blood-pressure support.
  • Prairie Turnips contains more fiber per 100 g than cooked oatmeal — 8 g vs 2 g.

Full nutrient breakdown

per 100g
Macronutrients
Macronutrients
NutrientAmount% DV
Calories

Total food energy released when the food is metabolized, expressed in kilocalories per 100 grams.

Also known as: Calories, kcal

156 kcal8%
Protein

Macronutrient made of amino acids; essential for building and repairing tissue, enzymes, and hormones.

2,62 g5%
Carbohydrates

Total carbohydrates, including sugars, starches, and fiber. The body's primary energy source.

Also known as: Carbohydrates

35,67 g13%
Total fat

Sum of all dietary fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans). A concentrated energy source and carrier of fat-soluble vitamins.

Also known as: Total Lipid, Fat

0,36 g0%
Fiber

Indigestible plant carbohydrate that supports digestive health, blood sugar regulation, and satiety.

Also known as: Dietary Fiber

8 g29%
Sugars

Simple carbohydrates, both naturally occurring (e.g. in fruit or milk) and added. Quickly absorbed for energy.

Also known as: Total Sugars

0,82 g
Minerals
Minerals
NutrientAmount% DV
Sodium

Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve signaling. Most dietary sodium comes from salt; excess intake raises blood pressure.

Also known as: Salt (as Na)

5 mg0%
Potassium

Electrolyte that supports nerve function, muscle contraction, and healthy blood pressure.

156 mg3%
Calcium

Mineral essential for bone and teeth structure, muscle contraction, and blood clotting.

130 mg10%
Magnesium

Mineral involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions, including energy production and muscle function.

63 mg15%
Phosphorus

Mineral that works with calcium to form bones and is a component of DNA and ATP.

31 mg2%
Iron

Mineral required for oxygen transport in hemoglobin and for energy metabolism.

1,27 mg7%
Zinc

Trace mineral essential for immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis.

0,37 mg3%
Copper

Trace mineral involved in iron metabolism, connective tissue formation, and antioxidant defense.

0,05 mg6%
Manganese

Trace mineral that acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in bone formation and antioxidant defense.

0,27 mg12%
Selenium

Trace mineral that supports thyroid function and antioxidant systems via selenoproteins.

14,7 µg27%
Vitamins
Vitamins
NutrientAmount% DV
Vitamin C

Water-soluble antioxidant vitamin required for collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption.

Also known as: Ascorbic Acid

5,5 mg6%
Vitamin K

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone metabolism.

Also known as: Phylloquinone, Menaquinone

0 µg0%
Thiamin (B1)

B-vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous-system function.

Also known as: Vitamin B1, Thiamine

0,18 mg15%
Riboflavin (B2)

B-vitamin involved in energy production and cellular function via the coenzymes FAD and FMN.

Also known as: Vitamin B2

0,09 mg7%
Niacin (B3)

B-vitamin that contributes to DNA repair and energy metabolism through its coenzymes NAD and NADP.

Also known as: Vitamin B3, Nicotinic Acid

1,07 mg7%
Vitamin B6

B-vitamin involved in amino-acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation.

Also known as: Pyridoxine

0,47 mg28%
Folate (B9)

B-vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division; particularly important in early pregnancy.

Also known as: Vitamin B9, Folic Acid, Folacin

10 µg3%
Choline

Essential nutrient used to make cell membranes and the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.

4,8 mg1%
Other
Other
NutrientAmount% DV
Water

Water content of the food. Foods high in water tend to be lower in energy density and support hydration.

60,69 g

Household serving sizes

g
bulb peeled
13 g

Frequently asked questions about Prairie Turnips

How many calories in Prairie Turnips?

Prairie Turnips contains 156 kcal per 100 grams, sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

How much sodium is in Prairie Turnips?

Prairie Turnips contains 5 mg sodium and 0 mg cholesterol per 100 grams, per USDA FoodData Central.

What are the macros in Prairie Turnips?

Per 100 grams, Prairie Turnips contains 2.62 g protein, 35.67 g carbohydrates, and 0.36 g total fat.

Is Prairie Turnips good for keto or low-carb?

Prairie Turnips has 35.7 g carbs per 100 g — typically not a keto or low-carb staple.

Where does Prairie Turnips nutrition data come from?

Nutrition data for Prairie Turnips is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 169818). Browse the underlying record at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169818/nutrients.

Diet compatibility

  • High fiberAt least 6 g of dietary fiber per 100 g — supports satiety, glycemic stability, and digestive health.
  • Low sodiumUnder 140 mg of sodium per 100 g, the FDA threshold for "low sodium" labeling on packaged foods.
  • Low sugarUnder 5 g of total sugars per 100 g, including naturally occurring sugars.
  • Low fatUnder 3 g of total fat per 100 g, the FDA threshold for "low fat" on packaged foods.
  • Gluten-freeFree of gluten-containing grains (wheat, rye, barley, malt) by USDA categorization. Verify packaging for heavily processed items.

Foods that pair well with Prairie Turnips

Complementary ingredients from related USDA categories — useful starting points when planning a meal around Prairie Turnips.

3 meal ideas using Prairie Turnips

Starter templates matched to Prairie Turnips's nutrient profile. Open the meal-plan generator to turn any of these into a full recipe with shopping list.

  • Breakfast

    Fiber-rich breakfast bowl featuring prairie Turnips

    Combine prairie Turnips with rolled oats, Greek yogurt, and berries for a breakfast that clears 12 g of fiber and keeps you full through the morning.

  • Lunch

    Balanced lunch plate with prairie Turnips

    Build a plate around prairie Turnips, a lean protein, and a small serving of whole grains for a lunch that lands within 500–600 kcal.

  • Dinner

    Low-sodium dinner with prairie Turnips

    Roast prairie Turnips with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs — no added salt — and pair with a simple grain for a dinner under 600 mg of sodium.

Where does this data come from?

Nutrient values are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database — the U.S. Department of Agriculture's authoritative reference for food composition. Values are averaged across multiple samples to give you a representative reading per 100 grams of edible portion.

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 169818), accessed 2019-04-01.

Published: 2019-04-01

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