Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roast Parsnips
Elevate your side dish game with our Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roast Parsnips! This simple yet flavorful recipe transforms humble parsnips into golden, caramelized bites of comfort food that are packed with nutrition. Tossed in heart-friendly olive oil and seasoned with garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary, these roasted parsnips deliver an irresistible blend of earthy, aromatic flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep and 35 minutes in the oven, they’re a quick and easy addition to your dinner table. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this dish pairs wonderfully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a hearty plant-based entrée. Whether you're meal planning for a healthy lifestyle or simply craving a delicious veggie side, these oven-roasted parsnips are sure to be a hit! Perfect for those searching for heart-healthy recipes or easy ways to enjoy root vegetables.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds parsnips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel the parsnips and cut them into even-sized pieces, about 2 inches in length and 1/2-inch thick.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
Add the parsnip pieces to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning mixture.
Arrange the parsnips in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Ensure there's space between the pieces to allow them to roast evenly.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 35 minutes, or until the parsnips are golden brown and tender, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
Remove the roasted parsnips from the oven and sprinkle them with fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
Serve warm as a tasty and healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1488 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 266 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2512 mg | 53% | |
*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.
