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Air Fryer Turnips

Give a healthy twist to french fries with these low carb air-fryer turnip fries. These roasted turnip fries are easy to make and are a perfect addition to the whole30, paleo or keto diet plan!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 82 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil I used avocado oil
  • 3 cups turnips 3 medium turnips, peeled and cut in to fries ½-inch thickness
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin (Jeera powder)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • black pepper add to taste
Garnishes
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, optional

Instructions

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  1. Peel and cut the turnips into fries about 1/2 inch thickness.
  2. Take a large bowl and add the sliced turnips along with the seasonings. Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, ground cumin, and salt. Then add some oil and toss them together till all the turnips are coated.
  3. Spread them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Air Fry at 380°F for 8 minutes. Shake and cook for 5-7 minutes more.
  5. Transfer to a serving plate. Sprinkle the lemon juice and garnish with parsley. Enjoy as a snack or as a side.

Notes

  • Garnish options: After the fries are cooked, sprinkle some chili lime seasoning or chaat masala. 
  • Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake for about 20 minutes. Flip the fries and bake for another 10 minutes, or until crispy. Serve warm.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake for about 20 minutes. Flip the fries and bake for another 10 minutes, or until crispy. Serve warm.
  • Tips: 
  • When picking turnips for this recipe, go for the small ones which are sweeter and less bitter.
  • Cut the fries in equal sizes, so they cook evenly.
  • If you have rutabaga's, you can use them in place of turnips in this recipe too.

Nutrition Information

Calories 82kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 283mg (12%) Potassium 272mg (8%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 199IU (4%) Vitamin C 30mg (33%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 82

% Daily Value*

Calories 82kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 283mg 12%
Potassium 272mg 6%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 199IU 4%
Vitamin C 30mg 33%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.