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Thanksgiving Maple Roasted Turnips

Easy Thanksgiving Maple Roasted Turnips with a Sweet Twist

Thanksgiving Maple Roasted Turnips are a simple yet impressive side dish that blends natural sweetness with earthy flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Turnips
  • 2 pounds turnips Choose fresh, firm turnips for best texture and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil A light drizzle for tenderness and roasting.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme Adds herbaceous flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances all flavors.
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Adds subtle kick.
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup Brings sweetness and caramelization.
Optional Garnish
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley For color and bright flavor.
  • ½ cup toasted pecans For crunch and nutty contrast.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Trim and halve the turnips, leaving skins on for extra texture and color.
  3. Toss the turnips with olive oil, fresh thyme leaves, kosher salt, and black pepper for an even coating.
  4. Arrange the seasoned turnips in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.
  5. Roast for 20 minutes at 425°F, then remove and flip each turnip.
  6. Drizzle maple syrup evenly over the half-roasted turnips and return the tray to the oven for a final 10 minutes.
  7. Rest the turnips for 5 minutes after removing from oven. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or toasted pecans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Slice turnips into equal-sized pieces for even roasting. Add maple syrup after initial roasting phase to avoid burning.

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