

Honey: although optional, it adds extra sweetness and helps with caramelization.But if using the latter, please make sure to not only toss it but also rub it otherwise, it may burn while cooking in the oven. Although not the same, you may replace it with shallots, or even garlic powder. Garlic: it adds a quick and much flavorful touch, especially when roasted along with the vegetables.Ghee (clarified butter) is another favorite because, like olive oil, it cooks up roasted vegetables to the desired crispness while imparting a unique flavor that neutral oils don’t add to the dish. I find olive oil (not extra virgin) perfect for infusing veggies with flavor. But I would avoid oils that are too mild in flavor such as canola, corn, and peanut oil. But you can use any other oil that you have handy. Olive oil: a must for roasting vegetables.

Carrots and parsnips: if you don’t find parsnips or are not a fan of them, use only carrots or a mix of different colors of carrots.While carrots are often orange in color (though they can be purple, black, red, white, and yellow as well), parsnips have a cream color.Īlthough both veggies are sweet, parsnips contain more starch and have a nutty, earthier taste than carrots. Moreover, they have a similar shape, come in different sizes, and can be eaten raw, roasted, boiled, fried, or steamed.īut they are different in color and flavor. This dish is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and can be vegan and Paleo if you use maple syrup instead of honey.īoth are closely related, ancient root vegetables grown as annuals.It is not seasonal! Carrots and parsnips are mostly available all year round.It’s healthy and nutritious! These veggies are high in vitamins and minerals and also contain antioxidants and fiber.They make yummy nibbles for snacking, a holiday appetizer, or game bites. In fact, this vegetable roast can be enjoyed all by itself… just serve it with a delish honey mustard dressing to dip them in, or toss them with.
Parsnips recipes plus#

Serve them with a delish homemade honey mustard dressing! It requires only one sheet pan (just like our honey mustard chicken) and makes a healthy and easy side that is mess-free. Roasted carrots and parsnips tossed with a mixture of olive oil, honey, garlic, lemon juice, and rosemary, and then caramelized to perfection in the oven.
