Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
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Roasted Carrots and Parsnips
Description
This recipe uses whole carrots and parsnips peeled and cut to roughly two-inch pieces, ensuring even cooking and tender texture. Coated in olive oil with brown sugar adding sweetness, kosher salt for seasoning, ground ginger for warmth, and black pepper for mild heat, the vegetables roast in a 400°F oven. The cooking time varies from 20 to 30 minutes depending on vegetable size but aims for a tender yet slightly crisp finish.
The result is a colorful medley that balances the earthiness of parsnips with the natural sweetness of carrots, uplifted by spices. The brown sugar aids in caramelization, enhancing flavor depth. As a side, this dish pairs well with roasted meats, poultry, or as part of a hearty vegetarian meal.
Additional root vegetables or hearty vegetables like potatoes and Brussels sprouts may be added to suit preferences. Brown sugar may be substituted by honey or maple syrup to vary the sweetness profile.
Ingredients
- 4 carrot
- 4 parsnip
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Peel carrots and parsnips and cut into approximately 2" pieces. Cut the thicker pieces in half lengthwise.
- Toss all ingredients together and spread onto a large baking sheet.
- Bake 20-30 minutes depending on the size or until carrots and parsnips are tender-crisp.
Notes
- Brown sugar can be replaced with melted honey or maple syrup to add natural sweetness and aid caramelization.
- Feel free to add other root vegetables, potatoes, Brussels sprouts, or onions to the roasting pan for a mixed vegetable side.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 177 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 177 | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 349mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 781mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 10191IU | 204% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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