Kenyan Roasted Root Vegetables, Rift Valley Style

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Kenyan Roasted Root Vegetables, Rift Valley Style, plated and ready to serve

Radish, turnip, and carrot roast together with the same garlic-and-herb seasoning that runs through this book’s Rift Valley meat dishes — a simple, low-effort side that leans on caramelization rather than a long ingredient list for its flavor.

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Ingredients for Kenyan Roasted Root Vegetables, Rift Valley Style

Kenyan Roasted Root Vegetables, Rift Valley Style

Simply roasted roots, seasoned the way Rift Valley kitchens season everything else.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: East African
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 140kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups radishes halved
  • 2 carrots cut into chunks
  • 2 turnips cubed
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • Fresh thyme, a generous handful
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Toss radishes, carrots, and turnips with oil, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet, without crowding.
  • Roast 30–35 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 140kcal | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 3g
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Health Benefits

  • Radishes are a good source of vitamin C with very few carbs.
  • Roasting preserves more heat-sensitive nutrients than boiling.
  • Garlic contributes allicin, a compound linked to cardiovascular benefits.
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