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Easy Roast Swede Recipe

This easy roasted swede with smoked paprika and cumin is a delicious root vegetable side dish, perfect for Sunday roasts, and much more too!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine British
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 101kcal
Author Beth Sachs

Equipment

  • Chopping Board
  • Knife
  • Baking Sheets

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 1 Swede
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200°c (180°fan/ Gas 6)
  • Peel the swede with a vegetable peeler or sharp knife and chop into 2cm dice.
    1 Swede
  • Place the diced swede on a baking tray, drizzle over the oil and sprinkle over the seasoning.
    2 tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika, 1 teaspoon Cumin, ¼ teaspoon Salt, ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • Mix the seasoning in thoroughly with a spoon (or your hands). Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Take the baking tray out of the oven and give it a good shake, before returning the swede to the oven for a further 10-15 minutes, until golden and tender (test with a sharp knife).

Notes

Expert Tips:
  • Use a baking tray that is big enough to accommodate the cubed swede in a single layer. This will ensure it cooks evenly and the edges crisp up. It's better to use two shallow roasting tins rather than use a tin that is too small.
  • Cut all pieces the same size (it doesn't have to be measured with a ruler though!) so they finish roasting evenly at the same time.
  • If you want larger chunks of swede, increase the cooking time by 5-10 minutes (and vice versa for smaller cubes)
 
Variations:
Vary the flavour combinations! Here are a few to try;
  • Drizzle with honey or maple syrup for honey-roasted swede.
  • Sprinkle with chilli powder and cayenne.
  • Try curry powder or garam masala for an Indian inspired dish.
  • Use up half-used packets of different spice blends in your cupboard!
  • Sprinkle over grated Parmesan cheese at the end of roasting.
  • Stir in freshly chopped herbs like thyme, rosemary or basil before roasting.
  • Cut the swede into chips instead and make roasted swede chips (rutabaga fries)
 
Storage:
Store - Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat - Reheat in a hot oven or air fryer. You could also use a microwave but the swede will become quite soft if you use this method.
Freeze - Due to the high water content of swede, it is not suitable for home freezing.
 
Nutrition:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
 
Nutrition Facts
Easy Roast Swede Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
101
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Sodium
 
158
mg
7
%
Potassium
 
316
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
9
g
3
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
255
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
 
24
mg
29
%
Calcium
 
48
mg
5
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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