Maple and Vinegar Caramelized Parsnips
Transform humble root vegetables into a showstopping side dish with this Maple and Vinegar Caramelized Parsnips recipe. Sweet, golden parsnips are first sautéed in a luscious blend of olive oil and butter, then elevated with a drizzle of rich maple syrup, a splash of tangy apple cider vinegar, and the subtle earthiness of fresh thyme. This quick and easy recipe takes just 35 minutes from start to finish, making it a perfect addition to weeknight dinners or festive holiday feasts. With its irresistible balance of sweet and savory flavors, these caramelized parsnips pair beautifully with roasted meats or can shine as the centerpiece of a vegetarian spread. Perfectly tender and glazed to perfection, this dish is sure to win over even the pickiest of eaters.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g parsnips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Peel the parsnips and cut them into evenly sized batons, about 2-3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter.
Once the butter has melted and combined with the olive oil, add the parsnips to the skillet in a single layer.
Sprinkle the salt and pepper over the parsnips and stir to coat them evenly.
Cook the parsnips for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to turn golden brown and soften.
Reduce the heat to low and drizzle the maple syrup over the parsnips, stirring to coat them evenly in the syrup.
Add the apple cider vinegar and fresh thyme to the skillet, stirring gently to distribute the flavors.
Cook for an additional 5-8 minutes, stirring regularly, until the parsnips are caramelized and tender, and the glaze is thickened.
Remove the skillet from heat and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the caramelized parsnips to a serving dish and garnish with extra thyme if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
921 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.7 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1913 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.6 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1803 mg | 38% | |
*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.
