KOHLRABI WITH HONEY BUTTER

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If you're not acquainted with kohlrabi, this recipe will serve as a pleasant introduction. Honey and lemon lend a sweet, citrusy taste to the turnip-veggie. "I found the recipe several years ago and give it a try. It remains one of our favorite dishes," Wanda Holoubek writes from Salina, Kansas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound kohlrabi (4 to 5 small), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 medium carrot, cut into 1/8-inch strips
1 tablespoon minced chives
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 lemon slices

Steps:

In a large skillet, bring 1 in. of water, kohlrabi and carrot to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. , In a small bowl, combine the chives, lemon juice, butter, honey, lemon zest and pepper; mix well. Drain vegetables and transfer to a serving bowl. Add honey butter and toss to coat. Garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges