Whole30 Steamed Swede
Elevate your veggie game with this wholesome and hearty Whole30 Steamed Swede recipe! Perfect for clean eaters and Whole30 enthusiasts, this dish spotlights the swede (also known as rutabaga), a nutrient-packed root vegetable with a subtly sweet, earthy flavor. By steaming swede cubes until tender, this simple yet nourishing recipe preserves the vegetable’s natural goodness while ensuring a perfectly soft texture. A light drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper bring out its flavors, while optional fresh parsley adds a pop of color and extra freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-calorie, gluten-free side dish is an ideal pairing for roasted proteins or a warming bowl of soup. Healthy, delicious, and incredibly easy to prepare, steamed swede is a must-try addition to your Whole30 meal plan!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (approximately 500g) Swede (rutabaga)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Peel the swede using a vegetable peeler or sharp knife to remove the thick skin. Trim off both ends.
Cut the swede into evenly-sized cubes, approximately 1-inch in size. Uniform pieces will ensure even cooking.
Fill a medium-sized saucepan with 2 cups of water and place a steamer basket or heatproof colander over the saucepan.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium, place the swede cubes in the steamer basket or colander, and cover with a lid.
Steam the swede for 20 minutes or until the cubes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Remove the swede from the heat and transfer the cubes to a bowl.
Drizzle the steamed swede with olive oil, and season with sea salt and black pepper. Toss gently to coat.
If desired, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top as a garnish before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1238 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1535 mg | 33% | |
*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.
