Roasted Salsify with Olives

An interesting side dish made from salsify roots that will surprise you with its harmonious flavors.

Details

  • Preparation Time: 8 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
  • Difficulty: 1
  • Spiciness: 0
  • Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 500 g Turnip

  • 80 g Olives, green, in brine

  • 2 piece Bell pepper, red, fresh

  • 3 spoons Oil, olive

  • 2 pod Garlic, fresh

  • 0.5 teaspoons Salt, table

  • 1 pinch Spices, pepper, black

  • 1 spoon Juice, lemon

  • 2 twigs Rosemary, fresh

Steps

  1. Clean and wash the salsify. Cut the roots into chunks. Wash the peppers and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the stem and seeds, then slice them into strips. Peel and chop the garlic. Wash the rosemary sprigs and shake them dry.

  2. Place the salsify chunks in a pot and add enough water to cover them. Lightly salt the water and place the pot on the stove. Once the water boils, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Then, thoroughly drain the salsify.

  3. Heat oil in a pan with a thick bottom and sauté the salsify chunks on all sides for 4 minutes. Add the peppers, stir, and cook for another 4 minutes.

  4. Add the garlic, olives, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Transfer the dish to a serving plate, garnish with rosemary, and serve.

Nutrition Information (Per 100g)

  • Calories: 71.86 kcal
  • Fat: 4.88 g
    • Saturated Fat: 0.47 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5.81 g
    • Sugars: 2.79 g
  • Protein: 0.12 g
  • Fiber: 1.28 g

Advice

If desired, you can sprinkle the dish with grated Parmesan cheese.