Growth temperature affects sensory quality and contents of glucosinolates, vitamin C and sugars in swede roots (Brassica napus L. ssp. rapifera Metzg.)

•Swede roots were grown in phytotron at temperatures between 9 and 21°C.•High temperature enhanced vitamin C, progoitrin content and bitter taste.•Low temperature enhanced sugar content and sweet taste, crispiness and juiciness.•Results indicated a good eating quality of swedes from low growth tempe...

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