Description
A simple and delicious recipe for perfectly roasted parsnips, seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. These roasted parsnips caramelize beautifully in the oven, offering a naturally sweet and tender side dish that pairs well with any dinner.
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Main Ingredients
- 3 lbs parsnips
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it is fully heated for roasting.
- Prepare the parsnips: Peel the parsnips and cut them into evenly sized matchsticks for uniform cooking.
- Toss with seasoning: Place the parsnip sticks in a large bowl and toss them together with olive oil, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the seasoned parsnips out in a single layer on a baking sheet, making sure there is space around each piece to allow proper browning and caramelization.
- Initial roasting: Roast the parsnips for about 25 minutes until they begin to turn golden brown at the edges.
- Redistribute and continue roasting: Toss the parsnips gently to redistribute them, then continue roasting for an additional 15 minutes until they are tender and evenly golden.
- Serve warm: Remove from the oven and serve the roasted parsnips warm as a delicious vegetable side dish.
Notes
- Ensure parsnips are cut evenly for uniform roasting.
- Use good quality olive oil for best flavor.
- Roasting time may vary slightly depending on oven; watch for caramelized edges.
- Parsnips have a natural sweetness that intensifies with roasting.
- These make a great side for roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
