Crisped Parsnips
Transform your vegetable side dish game with these irresistible Crisped Parsnips—a healthier, gourmet-inspired alternative to traditional fries. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of parsnips with a bold seasoning blend of garlic powder, paprika, and fresh thyme for a flavor-packed experience. Oven-baked to golden perfection, the parsnip sticks develop a delightful crispiness, enhanced by a finishing touch of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 35 minutes, these roasted parsnips are quick, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners or as a stunning side for holiday feasts. Serve them hot and watch them disappear—this crispy, savory snack is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized parsnips
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy clean-up.
Peel the parsnips and slice them into thin sticks, resembling fries. Try to keep them uniform in size to ensure even cooking.
Place the parsnip sticks in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Use your hands or a large spoon to toss until the parsnips are evenly coated.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and fresh thyme leaves. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture over the parsnips and toss again to coat.
Spread the seasoned parsnip sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they have space to crisp up and are not overlapping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the parsnips halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
Once the parsnips are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven and immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese while they are still hot.
Serve warm as a side dish or snack, and enjoy the crispy, flavorful goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.7 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 3110 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.2 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1622 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
