Funny story. I went to the grocery store last night to get turnips for today’s Meatless Mondays from A-Z ingredient. But they were out – with a new shipment coming today. Which doesn’t help me.
So we head to grocery store #2, which is also out of turnips. Crap.
Luckily I had my handy smartphone and did a quick google of turnips vs. rutabagas – because they did look similar.
Thankfully, I learned that rutabagas are a cross between a cabbage and turnip. In fact, it’s also called a yellow turnip! Good enough for me. ;) Thanks to Wikipedia, MMAZ was saved with the discovery of rutabagas history!
The idea for this recipe started when I learned that turnips are compared with potatoes in texture and flavor. That reminded me of the Cauliflower Protein Smash I keep meaning to make from Kristina. I wonder if I could make a similar protein packed side dish with turnips…er…rutabagas.
I used chickpeas, because we had two cans already in the cabinet. The original theory was the chickpeas would give it a hummus-like texture, but I ended up going with a “lumpier” smashed version. If you prefer a creamier dish, I would try using a food processer instead of the mixer.
Either way, this is a nice alternative to the traditional smashed potatoes. And of course the chickpeas give this a protein punch! Paired with a loaded portobello (recipe to come), this was a perfect Sunday evening meal.
Smashed Power Rutabaga
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Keywords: side nut-free soy-free vegan vegetarian rutabaga
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Ingredients (serves2-3)
- 1 rutabaga
- 3/4 cup garbanzo beans (about 1/2 a can)
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon non-dairy margarine, soy-free
- 2 cloves garlic, finely diced
- 1-2 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Boil water in a medium pot, enough to cover the rutabagas. Meanwhile, dice rutabagas.
Transfer rutabagas to the boiling water and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until you can pierce the rutabagas easily with a fork.
Drain rutabagas and transfer to stand mixer (or food processor for creamier version). Add chickpeas and almond milk, mix until combined and to texture desired. Add margarine, garlic, and nutritional yeast (optional) and continue mixing until well integrated.
Finally, add salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot!
I have to say that rutabagas still aren’t my favorite veggie – a little tangier than I would like – but it was still nice to try something new!
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And now it’s time to see if you found Turnips or found a way around it like me! :) Seriously – I can’t wait to see what you created this week!
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Questions for you:
- Have you tried turnips (or rutabagas) recently?
- Any exciting happenings from over the weekend to share?!
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I guess this means I get my pass for using horseradish during R week? ;)
Also, kohlrabi is a cousin of the turnip, and I ate a lot of that over the weekend, so I guess I’m really getting turnip obsessed.
Apparently finding ways to eliminate potatoes from our meals was the theme this week?
I, however, love rutabagas…and turnips. Do you like turnips better? I actually think that turnips have a bit of a tangier, sharper taste than rutabagas, so I’m intrigued to know if you like them!
That was four super random comments. I clearly need to finish my coffee.
I have one turnip & potato gratin-like recipe that’s okay, but the last time I made it, Kevin asked me to leave out the turnips. I guess they don’t go over well at my house, so I haven’t bought them since.
Tiff @ Love Sweat and Beers recently posted..Tuscan Dinner
I had the opposite problem – my store had THREE varieties of turnip. I love what you did with yours… and I cannot think of rutabega without thinking of the Danzig Shopping List: “rutabega! salad kit…” it is really worth the minute of viewing… ;)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmmDRtXXJLU
Kristina recently posted..mulo diye motor dal – split pea lentils with roasted turnip
okay – I DID participate in turnip week – http://spabettie.com/2013/01/14/mulo-diye-motor-dal-split-pea-lentils-with-roasted-turnip/
I came back and submitted my link, not showing up, checked back after giving it some time? and still not here. won’t let me resubmit, says its a duplicate. :)
Kristina recently posted..mulo diye motor dal – split pea lentils with roasted turnip
I see your recipe in the thumbnails – you still can’t see it?
nope, only seeing 3 entries.
Kristina recently posted..mulo diye motor dal – split pea lentils with roasted turnip
Hmm…I see 4 on the page and I’m not sure what else I can change. If you’re on a PC, you might want to hold ctrl + F5 to force a cache refresh on the page?
I’ve never cooked with rutabagas but I like the name! haha
That’s awesome, hadn’t thought about it, but it is an awesome name! :)
I love turnips! So about a week or so ago I bought my first rutabaga . . . so tasty!! I roasted it with a purple sweet potato. Yum! I’d like to try it mashed next.
Michelle @ Eat Move Balance recently posted..Friday’s Five
Purple sweet potato is one I’ve got to find, never had that one! Mashed WITH purple sweet potatoes sounds even better!!
I consider myself a foodie until I see a recipe like this. The only thing I’ve tried in it is garlic (and salt and pepper!)! I need to get on the bandwagon!
Natalie @ Free Range Human recently posted..5 Things I’ve Learned…
Maybe you’re just more of a purist? I’m trying to make more basic recipes sometimes, because I tend to do lots. I think good ingredients CAN stand on their own, so I admire people who can restrain sometimes. :)
Sweet! I have to admit that I hate mashed potatoes, just really not a fan of regular potatoes unless maybe french fries sometimes? It’s be amazing to try some alternative to them ^^
Nadiya @ Milk and Honey on the Run recently posted..Barefoot in January? Am I crazy?
Laura (Sprint2TheTable) would agree with you 100%. :) I love mashed potatoes, but if that not your thing I bet you’d like the extra flavor in these. Let me know!
Info is the same thing while googling! Had no idea what to do with a turnip. Lol! I’m definitely trying this mash… You know how I love protein.
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table recently posted..High Fat Fail + 5-Spice Roasted Veggies
I love that we both had to look up this ingredient – it’s the purpose of the challenge! :) I thought you’d like the extra protein. I am experimenting with adding chickpeas to my nacho cheeze and thinking of you. :)
I had such a blast adding turnips to my recipe this week. Thanks again for inviting me to participate!
xx Kait
Yay – I’m so glad you’ve joined us! And to have found your blog! :)
Yum, Heather! That looks delicious. Good to know about the turnip- rutabaga connection, too. Thank goodness for smart phones!
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast recently posted..Houston Marathon Recap
What did we ever do before smartphones?! I actually remember when the first version of a smartphone (blackjack) came out and wondering how cool it would be to really use the web on our phones regularly. I think maybe I’m old for remembering that. :)
This is genius!! I have never had a rutabaga before. I want to try this now… This is a perfect sub for mashed potatoes!
Brittany @ Delights and Delectables recently posted..MIMM #33 Long Time No See
That’s exactly why I love this challenge, because I don’t know if I would have picked up a rutabaga in the store. So fun to try new things!
ya, i never knew the difference either! in fact, i just learned was kosher was. HAHAHA, don’t tell anyone.
lindsay recently posted..Memory Monday: Recipe Makeover
Kosher means a rabbi oversees the operation, right? And no pork? Hey – I still get confused at gluten free!
How funny that the grocery store was out! Coincidentally, for the first time ever, Alex bought Turnips at Kroger last week – he tried to make veggie chips… but he’s still tweaking his method :) This is an interesting take on mashed potatoes!
Man – my area is STILL out, now I just want them on principal, you know! Veggie chips sounds like a great idea, can’t wait to read about that one.
I have never had a rutabaga. Now I need to try one. This looks easy and delicious. :) Just my style. He he.
It’s totally your style! Your kids are going to be the cool boys at school who love their veggies, I just know it. :)