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Twice-Baked Turnips

Twice-Baked Turnips

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Servings

4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 large turnips 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper diced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 4 ounces low-fat sharp shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 ounces reduced-fat shredded pepper jack cheese
  • ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • Cooking spray
  • Chives for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cut off root ends of turnips so they lie fl at. Peel, then scoop out insides of turnips to a depth of about two inches. Chop into small pieces and place in a small bowl.
  • Boil turnip shells for 10 to 15 minutes or until just tender. Drain. 
  • Meanwhile, sauté the chopped turnips, garlic, and jalapeño in olive oil until tender. Remove from heat. Mix in the cheese, yogurt, sour cream, and seasonings. 
  • Place whole turnips on a lightly greased baking sheet. Scoop turnip mixture back into turnip shells. Broil for four to five minutes or until bubbly. 
  • Remove from oven and garnish with chives.
  • Per serving: 250 calories | 13g fat | 16g carbohydrates | 20g protein
  • ½ Leaner | 3 Green | 1 Condiment | ½ Healthy Fat