Rutabaga Recipes

By: Laura Sommers

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

The rutabaga is a sweet and nutrient-packed, root vegetable. Originating in the 17th century, it’s a hybrid between a turnip and a wild cabbage. Many people confuse the turnips and rutabagas, but there are some key differences. Both vegetables have a slightly bitter flavor that’s similar to cabbage, but rutabagas are sweeter and milder when eaten raw. When cooked, rutabagas become more-savory, yet still sweet—almost like a rich potato.

At only 66 calories per cup, rutabagas make a great, low-cal snack or side. Rutabagas, which are high in vitamin C and fiber, which make them a great alternative to potatoes in a low-carb diet.

Rutabagas are a delicious vegetable which can be cooked or raw and lend themselves to a variety of preparations. The easiest way to enjoy them is by boiling and mashing them into a low-carb mashed potato substitute. You can also slice them into fries and toss them in the air-fryer, or dice them and serve them with sauce for an impressive side.

They are delicious roasted, mashed, baked, or added to soups or stews.

This cookbook contains a wide variety of delicious rutabaga recipes.