Ingredient

Rutabaga

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Rutabaga is used as a vegetable in various dishes, providing a slightly sweet and …

What it is

The rutabaga is a root vegetable, believed to be a cross between a cabbage and a turnip. It has a large, round, purple-topped root and is typically grown in cooler climates. The vegetable is usually eaten cooked, often roasted, mashed, or added to stews.

Why it's used

Rutabaga is used as a vegetable in various dishes, providing a slightly sweet and earthy flavor. Manufacturers may include it in packaged vegetable mixes, frozen meals, or as a component in relishes and spreads. It is valued for its nutritional content and texture when cooked.

Health notes

Rutabaga is a nutritious vegetable, a good source of Vitamin C and fiber. It is not an additive requiring FDA approval. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated vegetables and their components, but specific evaluations for rutabaga as an isolated ingredient are not typically highlighted. Consuming rutabaga as part of a balanced diet is generally considered healthy.

Allergen info

Rutabaga is not a major allergen and is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Rutabaga

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Original Pickle BRANSTON Original Pickle Butter & Spread 638kcal 0.5Protein 0.7Fat 34Carbs Original Pickle, Original BRANSTON Original Pickle, Original Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 159kcal 0.5Protein 0.5Fat 36Carbs The J.M. Smucker Company Crosse & Blackwell, Branston, Pickle Relish Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 139kcal 0Protein 0Fat 38.9Carbs Bader Publishing Beef Pastie Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 49% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 24% DV per serving 206kcal 5.9Protein 9.1Fat 25.6Carbs Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods, Inc. Root Veggie Hash Browns, Root Veggie Frozen Prepared Sides 177kcal 2.1Protein 8.3Fat 22.9Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Roasting Root Vegetables Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 47kcal 1.2Protein 0Fat 11.8Carbs Bader Publishing Pastie, Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 36% DV per serving 212kcal 4.4Protein 12.3Fat 20.6Carbs Rje Trade International, Inc. The Traditional Pasty, Beef, Cutabaga, Carrot Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 200kcal 8.8Protein 10.6Fat 18.2Carbs Vollwerth & Company Pasty With Beef, Pork & Rutabaga Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 265kcal 6.2Protein 15.0Fat 25.7Carbs Hanover Foods Corporation Vegetables For Soup Frozen Vegetables 59kcal 2.4Protein 0Fat 11.8Carbs The Pasty Oven Inc. The Pasty Oven, Pasty With Beef, Pork & Rutabaga Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 221kcal 8.0Protein 9.9Fat 23.9Carbs Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods, Inc. Roasted Corn Cakes Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 158kcal 3.5Protein 6.1Fat 22.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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