TRY Get to the Root of Celeriac This “ugly duckling” of the vegetable world has a distinct flavor that’s too good to ignore. BY DINA DELEASA-GONSAR
Knobby and bulbous, celeriac root is a member of the celery family. But don’t let its looks intimidate you. Cut away the outer peel, soak it briefly in water and some vinegar to prevent browning, and then add it to roasting pans, soups and stews. Or eat it grated raw in salads for an added earthy taste.
TO GET THIN SLICES, TRY USING A MANDOLINESTYLE SLICER FOR THESE TOUGH ROOT VEGETABLES.
Roasted Root Vegetable Couscous with Horseradish Dressing SERVES 6-8 AS A SIDE DISH
1 celeriac root bulb, peeled and sliced thin 1 golden beet bulb, peeled and sliced thin 1 bunch radishes (about 6–8), sliced thin 1 cup rainbow carrots, sliced* ½ cup red onion, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper 2 cups pearled couscous, cooked and drained according to package directions 2 cups arugula, packed *If you can’t find mixed rainbow carrots at the grocery store, orange carrots are fine. DRESSING 2 tablespoons horseradish root, grated 3 tablespoons crème fraiche 1 ⁄3 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon honey 2 tablespoons lemon juice Salt and pepper, to taste
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DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 400°. 2. Place root vegetables and onion in a mixing bowl. Add oil, salt and pepper. Toss vegetables to evenly coat; then spread onto a large baking sheet. Bake 45 minutes, tossing vegetables every 20 minutes. 3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients. 4. To assemble: On a large platter, lay down couscous first. If couscous seems dry or stuck together, drizzle in some olive oil and mix before placing on the platter. Add arugula.
5. Arrange roasted vegetables over arugula. Top with some of the dressing, or set the dressing aside, allowing people to add it to their liking. PER SERVING: 189 CAL; 3G PROTEIN; 10G FAT; 22G CARB (5G SUGARS); 433MG SODIUM; 3G FIBER NUTRITIONAL VALUES CALCULATED AT NUTRITIONDATA.SELF.COM AARON COLUSSI; FOOD STYLING: ERIC LESKOVAR; PROP STYLING: NICOLE DOMINIC