Braised Kohlrabi with Apples
Braised Kohlrabi with Apples is a comforting, savory-sweet side dish originating from Central European cuisine, particularly popular in German and Austrian cooking. It features tender-crisp kohlrabi bulbs slowly cooked with tart apples, onions, and a splash of broth or vinegar until the flavors meld into a harmonious blend.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is low in fat and protein but provides a good source of carbohydrates, primarily from the kohlrabi and apples. It is rich in dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, with a typical serving containing roughly 120-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 135 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin K | 15 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Folate | 35 mcg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 55 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic example of using simple, seasonal root vegetables and fruits in European winter cooking. Nutritionally, it's unique for combining the cruciferous health benefits of kohlrabi (like sulforaphane) with the pectin and antioxidants from apples.
