Orange Glazed Parsnips
Transform humble root vegetables into a show-stopping side dish with these Orange Glazed Parsnips. Sweet, tender parsnips are caramelized in a luscious glaze made from freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, golden honey, and a hint of warm cinnamon. Balanced with a touch of butter for richness and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for elevating weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Ready in just 35 minutes, these parsnips offer a vibrant, zesty twist on traditional roasted vegetables, making them a delightful accompaniment to roasted meats or vegetarian main courses.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound parsnips
- 0.5 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the parsnips and cut them into evenly sized sticks, approximately 3 inches long and 1/2-inch thick to ensure even cooking.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Add the parsnips to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to turn golden and soften.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, honey, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
Pour the orange glaze mixture over the parsnips in the skillet. Stir well to coat the parsnips evenly.
Bring the glaze to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the parsnips are tender and the glaze has thickened.
Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter to give the glaze a silky finish.
Transfer the glazed parsnips to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1784 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.2 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1935 mg | 41% | |
*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.
