Roasted rutabaga fries
Roasted rutabaga fries are a savory, oven-baked side dish made by cutting rutabaga into fry-shaped wedges, tossing them with oil and seasonings, and roasting until tender and caramelized. The dish typically features rutabaga, olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional herbs like rosemary or paprika. It is a modern, health-conscious twist on classic potato fries, popular in North American and European home cooking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Rutabaga fries are lower in carbohydrates and calories than traditional potato fries, providing a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. A typical serving contains around 150-200 calories, with most energy coming from complex carbs and healthy fats from the oil.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 40 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 IU |
| Calcium | 55 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Iron | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Rutabaga, a cross between cabbage and turnip, has a naturally sweet, earthy flavor that intensifies when roasted, making it a nutrient-dense alternative to starchy vegetables. Culturally, it reflects a growing trend toward using root vegetables in familiar comfort foods to boost nutritional value without sacrificing taste.
