Diabetic Recipe: Baked Rutabaga Fries

Makes eight servings 

Ingredients  

• 2 medium-sized rutabagas  

• ¼ cup olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Peel and cut the rutabaga to your desired thickness, no more than ¼ inch wide.
• In a large bowl, toss the rutabaga slices in the oil.
• Place them, evenly spaced, on a non-stick surface or baking sheet.
• Bake for 40 minutes or until crispy on the outside, but cooked and soft on the inside.

Nutrition per Serving (about 10 fries)

Calories: 9
Protein: 1 g
Fat: 6 g 
Carbohydrate: 6 g

It's important to pay attention to serving size. Everyone's dietary needs and restrictions are unique. Check with your diabetes care team about specific questions or concerns.