Roasted Turnips
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Roasted Turnips
Description
This Roasted Turnips recipe involves peeling and cutting turnips into evenly sized chunks, coating them with olive oil and a hint of nutmeg, then seasoning with salt and pepper before roasting at a high temperature. The roasting softens the turnips and caramelizes their edges, transforming their fresh, slightly spicy raw taste into a gentle, earthy, and nutty flavor.
The texture becomes tender with a lightly crisp exterior, depending on how evenly the pieces are roasted. Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs can be added to introduce aromatic hints that enhance the overall dish. The straightforward preparation highlights the simple ingredients and the natural qualities of the turnips.
Serve warm as a side dish alongside roasted meats or other vegetables. Roasted turnips provide variety in root vegetable dishes and can help counter bitterness commonly found in raw turnips by mellowing the flavor during cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 lb turnips 900g
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
To serve (optional)
- thyme sprigs
- rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C.
- Peel the turnips and cut into similarly sized chunks (about 1 inch).
- Toss the turnip chunks in the oil and nutmeg, then spread out in a single layer on baking sheets. Season with the salt and pepper.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the turnips for about 30 minutes until soft and golden, flipping halfway through. The time will depend on the size of your turnip pieces, so check and adjust the cooking time accordingly. Serve warm.
- If desired, serve topped with thyme.
Notes
- Peel regular-sized turnips before roasting to remove any bitterness and impurities on the skin.
- Evenly cut pieces ensure uniform roasting and tenderness throughout.
- Nutmeg adds a subtle warmth that complements the turnip’s earthy flavor.
- Roasting turns raw turnip’s sharpness into a milder, nuttier taste.
- Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs can be added for extra aroma and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 127kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 152mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 434mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 48mg | 53% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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