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Swede
Out of season
Season
Oct–Feb
Ruled by
♄ Saturn
Calories
24 kcal
Protein
0.7 g
MW references
2
Swede
Swede reaches its peak between October and February, when winter frosts enhance its natural sweetness. As a robust, reliable root vegetable, it is a foundation of British winter cooking. It provides a low-calorie, nutrient-dense source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, making it an affordable and healthy staple.
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g
Energy24 kcal / 101 kJ
Protein0.7 g
Carbs5.0 g
— of which sugars4.9 g
Fat0.3 g
Salt15 mg Na
Vitamin C31.0 mg
Iron0.10 mg
Figures are estimates per 100 g from reference data and may differ from the product you use. Always check the packaging for accurate nutrition and allergen information. Not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
Reference data McCance & Widdowson 2021
Swede, flesh only, raw · 13-359 · DG
Peeled thinly
Energy & Proximates
Energy24.00kcal
Energy101.00kJ
Water91.20g
Protein0.70g
Fat0.30g
Carbohydrates5.00g
of which sugars4.90g
of which starch0.10g
Fibre (AOAC)—g
Fibre (NSP)1.90g
Alcohol—g
Fat Breakdown
Total fat0.30g
Saturated—g
Monounsaturated—g
Polyunsaturated0.20g
Trans—g
Omega-3—g
Omega-6—g
Cholesterol—mg
Minerals
Sodium15.00mg
Potassium170.00mg
Calcium53.00mg
Magnesium9.00mg
Phosphorus40.00mg
Iron0.100mg
Copper0.010mg
Zinc0.300mg
Selenium1.00µg
Iodine—µg
Vitamins
Vitamin A58.00µg
Vitamin D—µg
Vitamin E0.001mg
Vitamin C31.00mg
Thiamin (B1)0.150mg
Riboflavin (B2)0.001mg
Niacin (B3)1.200mg
Vitamin B60.210mg
Vitamin B12—µg
Folate31.00µg
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