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Turnip Salad

Shaved Turnip Salad

Photo © Molly Watson
Look for truly small baby turnips - about the size of golf balls - for this dish. I find a mandoline is handy for getting them sliced (or "shaved") as thinly as possible, but a sharp knife works fine too. This salad is crisp and refreshing - it works well alongside heavier, meatier dishes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 bunches small white turnips (8-10 turnips)
  • 1 - 2 tsp. lemon juice
  • Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:

  1. Trim stem end and any scraggly roots off the turnips. If they came with greens attached reserve those for another use. Scrub turnips clean.
  2. Slice turnips very thinly. Put sliced turnips in a medium bowl and toss with the lemon juice.
  3. Divide turnips evenly between 4 to 6 salad plates. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and top with a dusting of freshly ground black pepper.

Makes 4 to 6 servings Shaved Turnip Salad.

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