Roasted Turnips
Roasted turnips are a simple, healthy side dish that transforms this root vegetable into something sweet, tender, and savory with caramelized edges and warm seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds turnips
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Optional: chopped herbs like parsley or oregano
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel turnips, cut into 1-inch cubes, and place in a large bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over turnips and add sea salt, paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread turnips in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or oregano before serving if desired.
Notes
Add honey or maple syrup before roasting for sweetness.
Toss with Parmesan cheese or lemon juice after roasting for extra flavor.
Add cayenne pepper for a spicier kick.
Mix with carrots, parsnips, or potatoes for a roasted veggie medley.
Reheat leftovers in the oven or skillet to keep them crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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