Kohlrabi Bunch - "Wild Cabbage" - Wild Taste!

Kohlrabi is a cruciferous vegetable that looks like a turnip with leafy stems, and it's a cultivar of wild cabbage. It tastes like a sweeter, milder version of broccoli stems or cabbage, with a crisp texture similar to an apple. Both the bulbous stem and the leafy greens are edible, whether raw in salads or cooked in various dishes.
 Appearance and Taste:

Shape and Color: Kohlrabi is a stout, round bulb that grows above the ground, with a bunch of leafy stalks emerging from the top. It can be pale green or purple. 

Taste Profile: The flavor is mild and slightly sweet, with a hint of peppery bite, similar to broccoli stems or cabbage hearts. 

Texture: It's crisp and crunchy when raw, but becomes tender when cooked. 

Edible Parts:

The Bulb: The bulb is the most commonly eaten part of the kohlrabi. It needs to be peeled to remove the tough, woody skin before eating. 

The Leaves: The fresh, leafy greens are also edible and can be used in salads, sautéed, or steamed like spinach. 

Nutritional Content: 

Vitamins and Minerals: Kohlrabi is a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.

Protein: It also contains some protein.

Uses:

Raw: Slice it thinly for salads or coleslaw. 

Cooked: It can be roasted, stir-fried, or added to soups and stews. 

Greens: The greens can be used in a variety of ways, from a simple side dish to added to pasta. 

Very versatile! Try it!!!