Have you ever tried parsnips? Well, I hate to admit it but I tried parsnips last month for the first time in all my 52 yrs. I don't really know why my family never sought out this root veggie but I'm here to tell you - we didn't know what we were missing! These are my new favorite food. They look like a white carrot. When roasted with a little olive oil they are sweet and delicious! Yum!
Here's the nutritional facts:
Nutritionally, parsnips are low in calories, about 130 for a whole one 9" in length, and contain no saturated fat or cholesterol. That same 9" parsnip can boast a 6.4 grams of fiber, 93.1 mcg of folic acid (that's nothing to sneeze at), 59.2 mg of calcium, and 46.4 mg of potassium, and lesser amounts of vitamins B1, B2, B3, vitamin C, iron, and zinc. (taken from Vegetarians in Paradise)
If you're looking for a little variety on your plate, go get you some parsnips and butternut squash. Peel and cut into one inch chunks, drizzle on a little olive oil and roast at 425 degrees till they get tender. Enjoy!
I've never tried parsnips either. I made chunky sweet potato fries the other night. Oh man, they were good. Going to roast cauliflower tonight. I'm going to try your parsnip and butternut squash roasted combo. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI'll try parsnips but holding firm to no lima beans.
I could see trying a parsnip - I guess. (Yeah, I'm a little apprehensive.)
ReplyDeleteWell, I've made it longer than you without trying a parsnip. I'm glad you included a picture. I'll look for them next time I'm at the grocery store.
ReplyDeleteMy mother usually uses them when she makes chicken soup and she just told me that they are supposed to be good for your kidneys.
ReplyDeleteAs for roasting veggies--YUM! They are all so tasty especially peppers, brussel sprouts, sweet potatoes...oh, just everything!
I think I might look for some if we go to the farmer's market on Saturday! Look yummy!
ReplyDeleteOh, all right! {sigh} I've never eaten a parsnip either, but if you can, I can. I'll let you know. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the nudge/tip!
You know what?? I have never tried them either! I will buy one on my next trip to the grocery store and roast it up. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYUM!!! those look great.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was living in the UK we used to have 'Neeps & 'Taders all the time. I should get some this week and get to roasting.
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I hear you saying I finally need to try a parsnip.
ReplyDeleteperhaps I shall.
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I have to admit that in all of my 62 years, I've never tried parsnips. Now you've talked me into trying them. Gonna put it on my grocery list rightnow.
ReplyDeleteI love parsnips but rarely buy them for some reason. I'm glad you posted about them as a reminder to me of what delicious food they are. SO glad you have discovered them.
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