Parsnips in Orange Sauce
Brighten up your table with this irresistible Parsnips in Orange Sauce recipe, a vibrant side dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Tender parsnips are gently simmered before being glazed in a luscious orange sauce made with fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, and a touch of honey. Brown sugar and a hint of nutmeg add cozy warmth, while butter lends richness to every bite. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 35 minutes, is an elegant addition to holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or any occasion when you want to elevate your meal. Pair it with roasted meats or serve it as a refreshing alternative to traditional root vegetable sides—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams parsnips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 120 milliliters orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons pepper
- 240 milliliters water
Instructions
Peel the parsnips and cut them into evenly sized sticks or chunks, approximately 2-3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
In a large skillet or saucepan, combine the water and parsnips. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the parsnips are fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the orange juice, orange zest, honey, brown sugar, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Add the cooked parsnips back to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them evenly in the orange sauce.
Continue cooking the parsnips in the sauce for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is glossy and clings to the parsnips.
Transfer the parsnips to a serving dish, and drizzle any remaining sauce over the top. Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
828 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1850 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.0 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 2043 mg | 43% | |
*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.
