Description
Indulge in the flavors of fall with this easy and delicious roasted rutabaga recipe. The rutabaga is caramelized to golden perfection and drizzled with a rich maple brown butter that adds depth and warmth. This stunning side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, guaranteed to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium rutabagas (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss the cubed rutabaga with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned rutabaga on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
- While the rutabaga is roasting, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until it turns golden brown and fragrant.
- Stir in maple syrup and fresh thyme (if using) into the browned butter.
- Once the rutabaga is done roasting, drizzle it with the maple brown butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg