Sweet Potato and Turnip Swirl Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Popular Recipes. (Sweet Potato and Turnip Swirl Recipe). The pairing of sweet potatoes and turnips could make a turnip lover out of all of us. Preparation time is 15 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Brief

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 - 1/2 cup servings

Sweet Potato and Turnip Swirl Recipe

Ingredients

½ pound turnips

peeled and cubed

2 sweet potatoes

peeled and cubed

1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root

1 tablespoon reduced fat margarine

1 tablespoon white sugar

2 teaspoons orange zest

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over medium high heat cover the turnips and sweet potatoes with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until soft about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain; transfer to a food processor and puree.

Step 2

In a saucepan over medium heat combine the ginger margarine sugar and orange peel. Allow margarine to melt and mix ingredients together well. Add the puree and swirl together. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information

Sweet Potato and Turnip Swirl Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 65.2

% Daily Value *

Protein: 1g 2%

Carbohydrates: 13.5g 4%

Dietary Fiber: 2.1g 8%

Sugars: 5.3g

Fat: 0.9g 1%

Saturated Fat: 0.2g 1%

Vitamin A Iu: 6233.8IU 125%

Niacin Equivalents: 0.7mg 5%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 8%

Vitamin C: 9.9mg 17%

Folate: 10.7mcg 3%

Calcium: 25.5mg 3%

Iron: 0.4mg 2%

Magnesium: 15.3mg 6%

Potassium: 221.1mg 6%

Sodium: 70.9mg 3%

Calories From Fat: 8.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.