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Creamed Garlicky Turnips
Macros / Serving Size
Protein 2 g | Fat 6 g | Carbs 4 g
% Calories of Macros / Serving Size
Calories 74 | Protein 10 % | Fat 69 % | Carbs 20 %
Nutrients / Serving Size
Fiber 1 g | Sodium 186 mg | Sat. Fat 4 g
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. sugar (optional)
- Dash of nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tbsp. butter
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 to 1 ½ lbs. turnips, peeled and diced into large cubes
Directions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the turnips once the water boils. Cover turn to medium-high heat and cook until fork tender (about 20-25 minutes).
- Remove from heat. Drain water from the turnips and place them back in the pot. Add the butter and desired spices. Use a potato masher to mash to desired consistency while adding the yogurt.
- Serve hot topped with your favorite gravy or some grated cheese.
Note
- Nutrition analysis is based on the use of 1.5 cups of diced, raw turnips, nonfat Greek yogurt, and unsalted butter. Analysis excludes the optional ingredients.
- Adding minced garlic or additional garlic powder, onion powder, and/or black pepper will enhance the flavor with little impact on macro and micro nutrients.