Turnip green salad with vinaigrette

Turnip green salad with vinaigrette recipe videos

This is a fresh, peppery salad made from young, tender turnip greens tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. It's a simple, rustic dish that highlights the greens' natural flavor, often associated with Southern United States cuisine where turnip greens are a staple.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

The dish is low in calories and carbohydrates, providing a good source of fiber, vitamin K, and vitamin A. A typical serving likely contains around 100-150 calories, depending on the amount of oil in the dressing.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	4 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	150 mg
Vitamin K	350 mcg
Vitamin A	450 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	30 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Calcium	100 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Magnesium	20 mg

Per 1 cup (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a way to enjoy a nutritious part of the turnip plant that might otherwise be discarded, reflecting a 'root-to-stem' eating philosophy. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse of antioxidants and vitamins, with the vinaigrette's fat helping the body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins like A and K.