This is an easy and very delicious way to make a side dish out of salad turnips.  When roasted, they become soft and juicy with great flavor.  If I'm roasting a chicken or squash or something else in the oven, put these in for a few minutes, too!

1 bunch hakurei turnips, trimmed and greens separated
olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Halve or quarter the turnips, toss with olive oil, salt and pepper.  Place on roasting pan and roast at 425 degrees for 10 minutes.  Turn over to a new side and roast another 5-10 mintues or until softened but not mushy.  Remove from heat.

Optional turnip greens addition:

Greens from one bunch of turnips, washed, dried, chopped and tough stems discarded
1 clove garlic, minced
olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Heat oil in skillet on medium.  Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds.  Add greens, salt and pepper and saute, stirring, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.  Remove from heat and toss with above roasted turnips for a beautiful side dish!