Kohlrabi Two Ways

15 Jun Kohlrabi Two Ways

Kohlrabi is the star of this week’s recipe.  While we typically eat this vegetable raw, I wanted to create some new ways we could incorporate it into our meals.  I had one vision and it turned into two.  Enjoy kohlrabi two ways- in a mash and grilled.

KOHLRABI MASH-

Ingredients:
3 bulbs kohlrabi (around 2 cups)
1 Tbsp butter
1-2 Tbsp heavy cream
¼ tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

• Peel kohlrabi bulbs and cut into ½ inch pieces.
• Boil 3½ cups water.
• Once boiling, place cubed kohlrabi in the water. Boil for 10 minutes.
• Drain in colander.
• Place boiled kohlrabi in food processor with butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Process until consistency is smooth.
• Enjoy!

GRILLED KOHLRABI-

Ingredients:
3 bulbs kohlrabi
2-3 Tbsp olive or avocado oil
1 tsp sea salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder

• Peel kohlrabi bulbs and slice into ¼ inch rounds.
• Mix salt, pepper, and garlic powder in small bowl.
• Brush oil on both sides of rounds and season with spices.

• Preheat grill to 350 degrees.
• Grill kohlrabi rounds for 10 minutes and flip.

• Cook another 10 minutes and remove from grill.
• Enjoy!

Recipe and photos by Stephanie Borzio.  Stephanie is a mom of three active boys and is an autoimmune warrior.  After battling her own health for several years, Stephanie found healing through food and lifestyle changes, including joining Blooming Glen Farm CSA of which she is a long time member.  She is a Board Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who is passionate about sharing healthy living tips and real food recipes.  Instagram and Facebook: Tru You Essentials; Website: www.truyouessentials.com