The Cook's Fresh Market Web site describes rutabaga as a member of the
mustard family, like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, radishes, turnips,
and califlower.

Sometimes this root vegetable is called "Swedes," a reference to its
popularity among the Swedish. Rutabegas are rich in vitamins A and C
and also contain potassium, calcium, iron, and niacin.

A cup of rutabaga has only 50 calories.