Sea Salt & Olive Oil Roasted Turnips
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Sea Salt & Olive Oil Roasted Turnips
Description
This recipe involves peeling and cubing a large turnip into half-inch pieces, then tossing them with olive oil and sea salt to evenly coat the pieces. The turnips are spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roasted at 400°F for about 25 to 30 minutes until they become tender when pierced with a fork and develop a slight roasted crust. The olive oil adds subtle richness while sea salt enhances the flavor without overpowering the delicate natural sweetness of the turnips.
Roasted turnips prepared this way can serve as a simple vegetable side dish complementing a variety of main courses. Their tender texture and lightly salty, earthy flavor make them appealing to those seeking roasted root vegetables with a subtle profile.
The key to success is using sea salt, which lends a cleaner, less harsh salt taste than regular table salt. Adjust salt quantity as preferred to balance seasoning.
Ingredients
- 1 turnip large
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1-2 teaspoons salt sea salt
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
- Peel and cut the turnip into half inch cubes. Toss with salt and olive oil.
- Place on a large baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, until fork tender.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Sea salt is recommended to enhance the flavor of roasted turnips without harshness.
- Cut turnips into uniform half-inch cubes to ensure even roasting and cooking.
- Spread turnips in a single layer on the baking sheet for consistent roasting results.
- Check fork tenderness around 25 minutes to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 70 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4g | |
| Calories | 70kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Sodium | 601mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 58mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 6.4mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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