Turnips are often maligned for their flavor; which can be bitter if the turnip is too large. Here, we cook very small, young turnips with sweet apples for an especially appetizing side dish that goes well with a lean protein. There is no need to peel the white turnips — just give them a good scrub. If they are julienned, they cook very quickly.
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8 small white turnips, scrubbed and julienned (about 1 pound)
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and cut thin
1 tbsp trans-free margarine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt, optional
Freshly ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash of ground nutmeg
(Makes 6 servings)
Calories: 49
Total Fat: 1.6 g
Saturated Fat: 0.4 g
Protein: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Sodium: 206 mg
Sugars: 2 g
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