Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi/Koapi
Availability
Kohlrabi is available from May to August.
Storage and Handling
Store in the refrigerator. Handle all fresh produce with care and wash before eating.
History
Kohlrabi is native to Europe.
Facts
- Kohlrabi is a stout, round "tuber" like vegetable from the brassica family, which also includes cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale and Brussels sprouts
- Kohlrabi can be green or purple with white flesh. It can be eaten raw or cooked
- Kohlrabi has a similar taste and texture to that of a broccoli stem or cabbage, but is milder and sweeter
Growing Facts
- Planting time varies with region/climate, it can be sown year-round with exception of the coldest winter months
- Kohlrabi can be grown in most areas as it withstands frosts
- The plant likes well drained soil and average sunshine to grow well
Nutrition Information
Kohlrabi is a good source of vitamin C and a source of dietary fibre.
You will find the full Nutrition Information Panel on the New Zealand Food Composition Data website. This website is owned jointly by Plant & Food Research and the Manatū Hauora Ministry of Health. This website holds the most comprehensive collection of high-quality nutrient data for New Zealand foods. The Database is managed and maintained by dedicated Plant & Food Research staff.