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an oval platter with roasted baby turnips with a small dish of za'atar spice and a white linen napkin
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5 from 4 votes

Roasted Baby Turnips with Za'atar

Savory roasted baby turnips with their tops! Seasoned with Za'atar spice, garlic, and olive oil.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Middle Eastern
Servings: 4
Calories: 122kcal
Author: Leigh Anderson

Ingredients

  • 2 bunches baby turnips
  • 1/4 c olive oil
  • 3 tbsp za'atar spice
  • 2 cloves garlic grated
  • 1 lemon
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  • Give the turnips a good wash then cut them in half. Keep the leaves in in tact but trim away and discard any that are yellowing or blemished.
  • In a large bowl toss the turnips with the olive oil, grated garlic, za'atar spice, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Use your hands to evenly coat the turnips and turnip tops with the olive oil and seasonings.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until the tops are nice and crispy and the turnips are soft a golden brown. Season with lemon zest and serve immediately.

Notes

 
 
Storing Leftovers:
  • Roasted baby turnips will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to three days.Reheated in a preheated 400 F oven for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg