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Sesame Turnips and Carrots

Sesame Turnips and Carrots

3 Ratings
3 Ratings
Recipe Image
Bowl of sesame turnips and carrots with raw turnips on a cutting board
Makes: 6 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes

This quick and easy recipe uses carrots and turnips for a warm, fall flavor. Garlic and honey (or brown sugar) work together to create a sweet and savory blend.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 medium turnips (cut into 1/4-inch cubes)
  • 2 medium carrots (cut into 1/4-inch cubes)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a skillet on medium-high heat, add oil and sauté turnips, carrots, and salt until vegetables begin to soften.
  3. Stir in garlic and sesame seeds and cook until vegetables begin to brown.
  4. Stir in honey. Serve warm.

Notes

Honey is not recommended for children under 1 year old.

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Source:

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Oregon State University Cooperative Extension Service

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 91
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 94 mg
Carbohydrates 14 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 11 g
Added Sugars included 8 g
Protein 1 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 26 mg
Iron 0 mg
Potassium 166 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 91
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Linoleic Acid 2 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.2 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 14 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 11 g
Added Sugars included 8 g
Protein 1 g
Minerals
Calcium 26 mg
Potassium 166 mg
Sodium 94 mg
Copper 97 mcg
Iron 0 mg
Magnesium 18 mg
Phosphorus 45 mg
Selenium 2 mcg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 170 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
Vitamin B12 0 mg
Vitamin C 10 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 5 mcg
Folate 13 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 1 mg
Choline 8 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1/2 cups

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