Neeps and Tatties
Neeps and Tatties is a traditional Scottish dish consisting of mashed swede (rutabaga) and mashed potatoes, often served alongside haggis. It is a staple of Burns Night suppers and a comforting, hearty side dish in Scottish cuisine.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily high in complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, providing a good source of potassium and vitamin C. A typical serving contains roughly 200-250 calories, depending on the amount of butter or cream used in preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
| Potassium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Vitamin A | 300 µg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 50 µg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it is an essential component of the Burns Supper, a celebration of poet Robert Burns, where it traditionally accompanies haggis. Nutritionally, the combination of swede and potato offers a broader spectrum of vitamins and minerals than either vegetable alone.
