Profile
Increasingly more available in stores, this root yields a substantial amount of milky juice mostly neutral in flavor but highly refreshing.
Calories
Low
High
Fat
Low
High
Cholesterol
Low
High
Sodium
Low
High
Sugar
Low
High
Fiber
Low
High
Protein
Low
High
Also known as
Yam Beam, Mexican Turnip
Substitution
Sweet Potato
Safety
Peel whole and remove dark spots
Tip
Last longer if stored peeled in salty water
Alert
Skin can be toxic if eaten
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