Celeriac fries or roasted cubes
Celeriac fries or roasted cubes are a savory, low-carb alternative to potato fries made from the knobby root vegetable celeriac (celery root). The dish typically involves cubing or cutting the celeriac into fry shapes, tossing them with oil and seasonings like salt, pepper, and herbs, then roasting or air-frying until crispy on the outside and tender inside. It is a popular vegetable side dish in European and American home cooking, especially in low-carb or paleo diets.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is relatively low in carbohydrates compared to potato fries, providing a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin K, and potassium. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, with most calories coming from the added cooking oil.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 14 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin K | 20 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Folate | 15 mcg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) of roasted celeriac cubes (prepared with 1 tsp olive oil) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Celeriac is often called a 'hidden gem' of root vegetables, offering a nutty, earthy flavor that becomes sweeter when roasted. Nutritionally, it's prized for being a good source of vitamin K (important for bone health) and antioxidants, while being significantly lower in carbs than potatoes.
