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A bowl of thick, smooth, pale ivory turnip soup, with a few small turnip pieces and finely chopped green herbs visible on the surface.
●Low GI

Turnip soup Calories

Fiber-rich, low-calorie soup

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

34kcal

GI

38low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

150mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.4g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Turnip soup (240 g) has 82 calories. That works out to 34 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.9 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 1.7 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 18 mg of Vitamin C covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Turnip soup Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g

82

KCAL / 240G

Carbs

14.9g

· 5% DV

Protein

2.6g

· 5% DV

Fat

1.7g

· 2% DV

Fiber

3.4g

· 12% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 12% · Fat 18%

Turnip soup nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories82 kcal
Total fat1.7 g2%
Saturated fat0.29 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium576 mg25%
Total carbohydrate14.9 g5%
Fiber3.4 g12%
Protein2.6 g5%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Turnip soup?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)240 g82 kcal
1 tablespoon (mini)15 g5 kcal
100 g100 g34 kcal
1 cup (small)180 g61 kcal
1 serving (medium)250 g85 kcal
1 cup (large)320 g109 kcal
1 serving (large)400 g136 kcal
1 bottle (jumbo)500 g170 kcal

Calculated from 34 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Turnip soup

How do you make turnip soup?

Turnip soup is made by simmering chopped turnips with onion in stock or water until tender, then blending if you want a smooth texture. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs; add potato or cream only if you want a thicker, richer version.

What ingredients go into turnip soup?

Turnip soup usually contains turnips, onion, stock or water, and seasoning. Recipes may add potato, carrot, cream, or herbs, but these are variations rather than required ingredients; the turnip should remain the main flavor.

What does turnip soup taste like?

Turnip soup tastes mildly sweet, earthy, and savory, with a slight peppery edge from the turnips. Onion and stock soften that sharpness, while a little lemon or black pepper can make the flavor brighter.

Should turnip soup be blended or chunky?

Turnip soup can be served either smooth or chunky. Blend the cooked vegetables for a creamy texture without needing cream, or leave the diced turnips intact if you prefer more bite.

What goes well with turnip soup?

Turnip soup pairs well with crusty bread, a simple salad, or roasted vegetables. Serve it as a light starter or alongside a sandwich; strongly spiced sides can overpower the turnips’ delicate flavor.

Can you add potatoes to turnip soup?

Yes, potatoes can be added to turnip soup. They thicken the broth and mellow the turnips’ sharper taste; use less potato or skip it if you want the soup’s turnip flavor to stand out.

Can you freeze turnip soup?

Yes, turnip soup freezes well when it is made without cream. Cool it, divide it into airtight portions, and freeze; if your recipe includes cream, the texture may separate, so stir thoroughly while reheating.

How long does turnip soup keep in the fridge?

Turnip soup keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard it if it has been left out for a long time or develops an unusual smell.

Can turnip greens be used in turnip soup?

Yes, tender turnip greens can be used in turnip soup. Wash them well, remove any tough stems, and stir the chopped greens in near the end of cooking so they stay green and do not become mushy.

How do you make turnip soup less bitter?

To make turnip soup less bitter, use fresh, smaller turnips and cook them with onion or carrot. A small amount of lemon added at the end can balance the flavor; avoid overcooking the greens if your recipe includes them.

Turnip soup Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

18mg · 20% DV

B6

0.12mg · 7% DV

B1

0.07mg · 6% DV

B3

0.96mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Sodium

576mg · 25% DV

Copper

0.1mg · 11% DV

Potassium ⭐

360mg · 11% DV

Manganese

0.19mg · 8% DV

Turnip soup Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

38
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

4.8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Turnip soup

To burn the 82 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):

🚶

20min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

8min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

11min

Cycling

🏊

10min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Turnip soup?

Turnip soup is a simple vegetable soup built around cooked turnips, often with onion and other vegetables such as carrot or potato. Depending on the recipe, the vegetables may be blended for a smooth bowl or left in pieces. It is a familiar home-style preparation rather than one fixed recipe, and it should not be confused with fermented turnip drinks.

Serve it hot as a light lunch or as a first course, with bread and a little black pepper or lemon if you like. It is mostly broth and vegetables, with some fibre and relatively few calories: 34 calories per 100 g. For a more filling bowl, add beans or lentils; to keep it lighter, skip cream and use a vegetable-based broth.

How Nutritious Is Turnip soup?

Nutrient density

Medium

58/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

45/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Turnip soup Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Turnip soup Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Turnip soup Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Turnip soup Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.29g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.43g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.36g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4.1:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.1:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.