Kohlrabi is a crisp, mildly sweet vegetable that belongs to the cabbage family (Brassica oleracea, Gongylodes group). Its name comes from German: "kohl" (cabbage) and "rübe" (turnip), though it's neither a true cabbage nor a turnip—it's actually a swollen stem that grows just above the ground.
Kohlrabi – Key Facts
Appearance:
Round or slightly oval-shaped bulb
Light green or purple skin, but flesh is always white or pale yellow
Long leafy stems grow from the top (the leaves are also edible)
Taste & Texture:
Crunchy like an apple or radish
Flavor: Mild, slightly sweet and peppery—somewhere between cabbage and broccoli stems
️ How to Use Kohlrabi
???? Raw:
Peeled and sliced in salads or slaws
Great in crudité platters with dip
Grated for a fresh, crunchy salad (similar to cabbage)
Cooked:
Roasted – becomes sweet and tender
Steamed or boiled – served as a side dish
Mashed – a lower-carb alternative to potatoes
Soups and stews – adds body and a slightly nutty flavor
Stuffed – hollowed out and filled with meat or grains
Edible Leaves:
Can be cooked like kale or collard greens
Nutrition Benefits
Low in calories, high in fiber
Rich in:
Vitamin C
Potassium
Vitamin B6
Antioxidants
Buying & Storing
Look for firm bulbs with no cracks or soft spots
Leaves should be green and crisp if attached
Store bulb in the fridge (lasts up to 2–3 weeks), and leaves for a few days
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE ORDER
Delivery: every Thursday of the week, free of charge for pick-up points! Orders received on Thursday of the week can be delivered until 10 pm on Monday!
Placing Orders: every week from Wednesday afternoon 5.00 pm to Monday evening 10.00 pm.
Orders placed on Wednesday will be delivered on Thursday of the following week, not the next day!
We cannot take orders all day on Tuesday and until 5pm on Wednesday, as we are busy picking veggies and packing your boxes only then do we see what we will have in stock for the following week. Many thanks for understanding!
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