Easy Oven-Roasted Turnips with Thyme and Parmesan
Crisp-edged turnips roasted with thyme, garlic, and Parmesan. Simple, savory, and perfect for a weeknight side.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 0.75 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped optional, for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat oven to 425°F with a rimmed baking sheet inside to preheat.
- Peel the turnips and cut them into 1-inch wedges.
- In a large bowl, toss turnips with olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.
- Spread the turnips on the hot sheet in a single layer, cut sides down when possible.
- Roast for 15 minutes. Stir and flip, then continue roasting 8–10 minutes until tender and golden.
- Sprinkle Parmesan over the hot turnips and return to the oven for 2–3 minutes to melt and lightly crisp.
- Finish with parsley, taste for salt, and serve hot.
Notes
Variation: Swap Parmesan with Pecorino Romano or add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. For extra richness, drizzle with a touch of melted butter. Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days; reheat on a hot sheet pan at 400°F until crisp.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Oven-Roasted Turnips with Thyme and Parmesan flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.