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Roasted Sunchokes

These are a bit starchy for every day fare but are truly a special side. A large proportion of the carbs in this actually come from inulin, a prebiotic fiber that has little impact on blood sugar as it is not well absorbed. As a result, it can cause some GI issues when eaten in excess or if you are particularly sensitive to inulin. Best to start with a small amount and see how it sits with your system before enjoying in larger quantities. Avoid these if you are strict keto but feel free to experiment with these if you are low carb. That said, this is an amazingly delicious vegetable that tastes like a sweeter and nuttier potato. When roasted, the inside becomes soft while the outside caramelizes and turns crisp. I like to roast mine with just salt but adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary makes an excellent variation too. I love to serve these with a nice steak but really any protein pairs well here.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword american, Christmas, dairy-free, easy, egg-free, holiday, Jerusalem artichoke, nightshade-free, nut-free, side, sunchoke, thanksgiving, Valentine's Day, vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4
Calories 145kcal
Author Jenny Ross

Ingredients

  • 1 pound sunchokes also called Jerusalem artichokes or sunroots, well scrubbed (no need to peel) and sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425ºF and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Add the sliced sunchokes and oil and season with salt. Toss to coat them evenly with oil. Roast at 425ºF for 40-45 minutes, flipping half way through and roasting until golden brown and tender. You want them all to be in contact with the baking sheet in a single layer to optimize caramelization and roasted flavor. Turn off the oven and let them cool down in the oven for another 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Protein:Energy Quotient [calories]: 0.09

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 486mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 4mg