Roast Parsnips with Honey
Elevate your side dishes with this irresistible recipe for Roast Parsnips with Honey, a perfect balance of natural sweetness and savory goodness. Tender parsnips are tossed in a luscious blend of olive oil, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper, then roasted to golden perfection. Optional fresh thyme adds a pop of herbaceous flavor, making this dish as aromatic as it is delicious. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 35 minutes in the oven, these caramelized honey-glazed parsnips are an effortless yet elegant addition to any meal. Serve them alongside roasted meats, holiday feasts, or vegetarian mains for a healthy, crowd-pleasing side dish that's packed with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams parsnips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Peel the parsnips and cut them into evenly sized batons, approximately 1 cm thick.
Place the parsnips in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
Add honey, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss the parsnips until they are evenly coated.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil and spread the parsnips out in a single layer.
If using, sprinkle fresh thyme over the parsnips for added flavor.
Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the parsnips are golden brown and caramelized.
Remove from the oven and serve immediately as a side dish for your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.2 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1838 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.6 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1810 mg | 39% | |
*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.
