Baked Rutabaga Fries
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Baked Rutabaga Fries are the perfect healthy alternative to traditional potato fries! With just a handful of pantry staples like paprika, garlic powder, and dried thyme, this easy recipe transforms humble rutabagas into a delectable, oven-roasted snack or side dish. Naturally gluten-free and low in carbs, these fries bake to perfection in under 40 minutes, delivering crispy edges and tender insides without any deep frying. Whether you’re meal prepping or looking for a guilt-free indulgence, these savory rutabaga fries are a crowd-pleasing option. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce, and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large rutabagas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- (optional) cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with cooking spray.
Peel the rutabagas and cut them into fry-shaped pieces, about 1/4 to 1/3 inch thick for even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
Add the cut rutabaga fries to the bowl and toss well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Spread the seasoned fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they aren’t overcrowded. Overlapping will cause uneven cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then remove the tray and flip the fries with a spatula to ensure even browning.
Return the fries to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the fries are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Remove the baked rutabaga fries from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them as they are!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1275 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 342 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2422 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
