Español Grow This

Maple Glazed Turnips

A warm and flavorful dish that combines maple and cinnamon with hearty root vegetables.
Baking dish filled with sweet potatoes and turnips sprinkled with cinnamon.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes
Makes: 4 Cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon margarine or butter, melted
3 Tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons lemon juice
3 cups diced turnip or rutabaga
2 cups cubed sweet potato

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.

  2. Rinse or scrub fresh vegetables under running water before preparing.

  3. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together margarine or butter, maple syrup, cinnamon and lemon juice.
  5. Mix turnip and sweet potato pieces in a medium casserole dish. Add syrup mixture and stir to coat evenly.
  6. Cover and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Uncover and bake until browned, 20 to 30 minutes. Serve hot.
  7. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • No maple syrup? Use 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar.
  • Try with other vegetables such as parsnips, carrots or winter squash.
Featured in a Food Hero Monthly

Comments

Submitted by Shawna Holland on Thu, 07/10/2025 - 16:45

I substituted rutabaga for turnips, and to save on cost I used brown sugar I had on hand instead of purchasing maple syrup. The recipe turned out great following the prep and baking instructions as written. GREAT recipe for rutabaga!  

Submitted by FHteam on Wed, 08/20/2025 - 07:39

Thanks so much for trying the recipe with rutabaga and brown sugar and then leaving your helpful comments that add flexibility. We have adjusted the recipe so more cooks will see the options you've suggested. 

You might also like...

Recipes A to Z (without photos)

Refrigerator Pickled Cucumbers
Sliced cucumbers in mason jars with pickling brine.

Refrigerator Pickled Cucumbers

Make your own crispy pickles at home with this simple recipe.
Prepare:
20 minutes
Makes:
1 pint
Magical Fruit Salad
Footed glass dish with a creamy fruit salad. 

Magical Fruit Salad

This 3-ingredient fruit salad is a fun and delicious way to add more fruit to your day!
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Dried Bananas
Small bowls of sliced dried banana.

Dried Bananas

A simple recipe that is full of flavor and perfect for snacking!
Prepare:
5 minutes
Cook:
1 hour
Makes:
1 dried banana
Quick Tomato Salsa
Medium bowl of diced tomato salsa with cilantro.

Quick Tomato Salsa

Canned tomatoes and fresh herbs make a quick and flavorful salsa.
Prepare:
5 minutes
Makes:
2 cups
Roasted Vegetables
Plate of roasted thin whole carrots and brussels sprouts.

Roasted Vegetables

Roast your favorite vegetables with this simple recipe.
Prepare:
20 minutes
Cook:
15 minutes
Makes:
1 cup
Orange Delight
Footed glass filled with a frothy orange juice drink.

Orange Delight

A cool and refreshing drink that is perfect a hot day.
Prepare:
5 minutes
Makes:
5 cups