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Exploring the unique flavors and textures of seasonal vegetables can lead to delightful culinary experiences, and roasted rutabaga exemplifies this perfectly. Known for its slightly sweet, earthy taste, rutabaga becomes transformed when roasted to a golden brown. The heat enhances its natural sugars and creates a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that is both satisfying and nourishing. This Maple-Glazed Roasted Rutabaga recipe balances the earthy sweetness of rutabaga with the rich notes of pure maple syrup, yielding a side dish that complements various meals.

Maple-Glazed Roasted Rutabaga Recipe

Maple Roasted Rutabaga is a delicious side dish featuring tender rutabaga cubes glazed with sweet maple syrup and seasoned with thyme. It's a perfect complement to any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium-sized rutabagas peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine rutabaga cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, sea salt, black pepper, and thyme.
  • Toss the mixture until the rutabaga is coated.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the rutabaga in a single layer.
  • Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Check for tenderness and golden brown color.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  • Serve warm as a side dish or over mixed greens for a salad.

Notes

For an elegant presentation, garnish with additional fresh thyme leaves and a drizzle of maple syrup before serving.
Keyword maple syrup, roasted, rutabaga, side dish, vegetarian