Rutabaga with Mustard and Scallions

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
42%
Rutabaga with Mustard and Scallions
20 min.
4
207kcal

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Discover a delightful side dish that brings a unique twist to your table with our Rutabaga with Mustard and Scallions recipe. This vibrant dish is not only vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, but it also packs a flavorful punch that will impress even the most discerning palates. Rutabaga, often overlooked, is a root vegetable that boasts a subtly sweet and earthy flavor, making it a perfect canvas for the zesty combination of mustard seeds and fresh scallions.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious side that complements a variety of main courses. The dish is elevated by the warmth of freshly grated ginger, which adds a fragrant note, while the popping mustard seeds create a delightful texture that contrasts beautifully with the tender rutabaga. With a caloric count of only 207 kcal per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a medley of flavors and health benefits.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to enhance your weeknight meals, Rutabaga with Mustard and Scallions is a fantastic choice. Its vibrant colors and enticing aroma will surely make it a standout on your dining table. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, delicious side dish!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons ginger freshly grated (from a 3-inch piece)
  • tablespoons vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • pounds rutabaga peeled sliced quartered
  • 0.3 cup spring onion light white green minced ( and parts only)
  • tablespoons mustard seeds yellow

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • knife

Directions

  1. Bring a large saucepan of heavily salted water to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add the rutabaga and cook until it just gives way when pierced with a knife, about 5 minutes.
  3. Drain and set aside.
  4. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Add the mustard seeds and ginger and cook until the ginger starts to brown and the mustard seeds begin to pop, about 1 minute.
  6. Add the reserved rutabaga and cook, tossing occasionally, until slightly browned and crisp, about 7 minutes.
  7. Remove from the heat, stir in the scallions, season with salt, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories207kcal
Protein7.34%
Fat52.94%
Carbs39.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.75
Glycemic Load
10.44
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.936521784119%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
8.73mg
Kaempferol
0.81mg
Myricetin
4.83mg
Quercetin
0.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:207.47kcal
10.37%
Fat:12.88g
19.81%
Saturated Fat:1.95g
12.18%
Carbohydrates:21.73g
7.24%
Net Carbohydrates:15.66g
5.7%
Sugar:10.65g
11.83%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:29.06mg
1.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.02g
8.03%
Vitamin C:58.31mg
70.68%
Fiber:6.07g
24.28%
Manganese:0.44mg
22.2%
Potassium:753.72mg
21.53%
Selenium:13.08µg
18.68%
Vitamin E:2.64mg
17.63%
Magnesium:67.39mg
16.85%
Phosphorus:168.39mg
16.84%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.81%
Folate:60.65µg
15.16%
Vitamin K:13.99µg
13.32%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.7%
Calcium:116.81mg
11.68%
Vitamin B3:1.89mg
9.44%
Iron:1.61mg
8.92%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.49%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.05%
Copper:0.12mg
5.77%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.14%
Vitamin A:68.55IU
1.37%
Source:Chow