Whether you picked up some kohlrabi at the farmer’s market, received a bunch in your CSA box, or harvested a bumper crop from the garden, you may want to know how long the veggies will hold at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Also known as cabbage turnip or turnip cabbage, this cool-season crop is a member of the Brassicaceae family bred for its swollen, bulb-like stem.
Kohlrabi can be eaten raw in salads, roasted, added to soups, or prepared in many other ways.
If you need a refresher about how to grow this vegetable, check out our kohlrabi growing guide.
This guide explains how to store your harvest effectively, from preparation steps to ideal storage conditions.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
Preparation for Storage
If you’ve just harvested your kohlrabi crop, you may be wondering what’s the best way to store it.
First of all, remove the greens if you haven’t yet done so. These greens are edible and can be prepared much like beet greens.
Our guide to harvesting and cooking kohlrabi greens has more information.
Next, these globe-shaped cruciferous vegetables need to be washed before storage.