Meet your new favorite veggie! Check out these parsnip recipes that are so good, you'll wonder why you didn't start cooking with this veggie sooner.
33 Best Parsnip Recipes
Updated on Aug. 17, 2023
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Maple-Glazed Parsnips on Kale
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is special to me because it allows me to use delicious farm-fresh produce in a way my family loves. —Christine Wendland, Browns Mills, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup parsnips with 1/2 cup kale: 329 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 7g fiber), 5g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Milk-Can Supper
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a slow-cooked version of a campfire classic. Pioneers and cowboys would cook this meal over a milk can on an open fire, letting the flavors and textures blend together. —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 457 calories, 27g fat (9g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 967mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 15g protein.
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Slow Cooker Parsnip and Apple Soup
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a light, lovely soup ideal for the first course at your next special dinner. You'll love the harmony of fall flavors. —Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 61 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 454mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
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Carrot, Parsnip and Potato Gratin
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Thanks to a challenge in the TOH online community a few years back, my husband and I tried parsnips and discovered that we liked them! In fact, I started growing them in my garden and have been trying new things with them, including this recipe. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 141 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 208mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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New Zealand Rosemary Lamb Shanks
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was young, my family lived in New Zealand for two years after World War II. Some things were in short supply, but one item that was always available was lamb shanks. Mother cooked them all the time with root vegetables, and to this day I love lamb! —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 lamb shank with 1 cup vegetables: 350 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 668mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Parsnip, Pear and Pecan Salad
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I didn't try parsnips until I was well into my 40s, but now I can't get enough of them. This salad is so delicious, I defy your kids to turn their noses up at it. —Jodi Taffel, Altadena, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 254 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 461mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein.
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Spoon Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a traditional Kentucky recipe. It’s a popular side dish served all year long. If you’ve never tried spoon bread before, I think you’ll find it’s tasty and comforting. —Caroline Brown, Lexington, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 192 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Carrot-Parsnip Bisque
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Warm and comforting, this delicious soup makes a pretty presentation. Easy to prepare, it's a treat to serve for family dinners and special enough for guests. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 241 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 760mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 7g fiber), 8g protein.
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Slow-Roasted Root Vegetables
Total Time
5 hours 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When she was a little girl growing up in Italy, my Aunt Virginia learned to make a dish called “Noodles and Nuts.” I tried the topping on carrots and parsnips instead of noodles and haven't looked back. —Terri Collins, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 158 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 263mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch.
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Parsnip Latkes with Lox and Horseradish Creme
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A horseradish-flavored creme fraiche brings zip to these crispy homemade latkes, which get a touch of sweetness from the parsnips. Add fresh dill sprigs for a garnish. —Todd Schmeling, Gurnee, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 71 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 110mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Root Vegetable Pot Roast
Total Time
7 hours 30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
During the hectic holiday season, I make this roast a lot. We've scarfed it down before and after shopping, and while wrapping presents. Root vegetables and roast beef make everyone feel cozy and calm. —Pat Dazis, Charlotte, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 421 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 36g protein.
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Balsamic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Root Vegetables
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I will always remember the way my grandmother's house smelled when she made these balsamic chicken thighs every Sunday. Ever since she gave me the recipe, the heartwarming flavors always take me back to my childhood. — Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 480 calories, 27g fat (6g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 604mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 27g protein.
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Parsnip & Celery Root Bisque
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a simple yet elegant soup for fall and winter. Everyone enjoys the smooth texture and earthy veggies. For a colorful garnish, sprinkle on chives and pomegranate seeds.—Merry Graham, Newhall, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 248 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 904mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.
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Satay-Style Pork Stew
Total Time
8 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Thai cuisine features flavors that are hot and sour, salty and sweet. This one-dish pork satay balances all of them using ginger and red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, garlic, lime juice and creamy peanut butter. —Nicole Werner, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice): 519 calories, 30g fat (10g saturated fat), 135mg cholesterol, 597mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 44g protein.
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Creamy Root Veggie Soup
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
On chilly nights, we fill the pot with parsnips and celery root for a smooth, creamy soup. Garlic, bacon and fresh thyme make it even better. —Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 295 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 851mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 8g protein.
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Pot Roast with Mushrooms
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Packed with wholesome veggies and tender beef, this is one company-special entree all ages will like. Serve mashed potatoes alongside to soak up every last drop of the beefy gravy. —Angie Stewart, Topeka, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked beef with 2/3 cup vegetables and 1/2 cup gravy: 310 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 363mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 fat.
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Tangerine Chicken Tagine
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family and friends love foods from around the world, especially Moroccan entrees, so I created this flavorful dish. Cooking it in the slow cooker keeps each morsel moist and rich in flavor. —Brenda Watts, Gaffney, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 503 calories, 24g fat (6g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 232mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 6g fiber), 39g protein.
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Chicken Stew with Gnocchi
Total Time
6 hours 55 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My chicken stew makes the house smell wonderful as it gently bubbles in the slow cooker. One whiff and my family heads to the kitchen to see if it's ready. —Marge Drake, Juniata, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 405 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 922mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 29g protein.
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Parsnip Potato Gratin
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Parsnips don't get much space in the produce section. But their subtle sweetness makes them worth the hunt.—Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 412 calories, 23g fat (14g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 268mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 11g protein.
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Root Stew
Total Time
2 hours 30 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
While inventing a new form of comfort food, I made a stew of carrots, turnips, parsnips and rutabaga. When I'm in the mood to change things up, I add potatoes or chicken. —Maria Davis, Flower Mound, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 227 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 676mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Rosemary Root Vegetables
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This heartwarming side dish is sure to get rave reviews! Although the ingredient list may look long, you'll soon see that this colorful fall medley is a snap to prepare. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 78 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 137mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Garlicky Cheddar Cheese Bisque
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with a cheddar cheese soup a while ago and decided to give it a boost with a variety of root vegetables. Crushed pita chips and fresh parsley make fun garnishes. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 320 calories, 19g fat (12g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 1307mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
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Pot Roast
Total Time
2 hours 55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Dutch oven pot roast recipes are the ultimate comfort food. When juicy pot roast simmers in garlic, onions and veggies, everyone comes running to ask "When can we eat?" The answer? Just wait—it will be worth it. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked beef with 1 cup vegetables and 3 tablespoons sauce: 459 calories, 20g fat (7g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 824mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 37g protein.
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Triple Mash with Horseradish Bread Crumbs
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Why settle for traditional mashed potatoes when you can enjoy three times the flavor? Combine spuds with rutabaga and parsnips, along with the zip of horseradish, for a taste treat. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 199 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Roasted Autumn Vegetable Soup
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Roasting sweet potatoes, carrots and parsnips brings out their best features. Blend them, and you have a warm, healthy soup for a cool fall night. —Stephanie Flaming, Woodland, California
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 240 calories, 6g fat (0 saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 1251mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 7g fiber), 6g protein.
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Hearty Beef & Sweet Potato Stew
Total Time
2 hours 40 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I have fond memories of growing up in an Irish-Italian family and learning to cook from my grandparents. Beefy stew reminds me of their precious contributions. —Renee Murphy, Smithtown, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 352 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 581mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 6g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 3 vegetable, 1 starch, 1 fat.
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Agave Roasted Parsnips
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Deliciously sweet and aromatic, this side dish of roasted parsnips nicely spices up any traditional meal.—Kathleen Thorson, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 187 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 60mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 7g fiber), 3g protein.
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Beef Roast Dinner
Total Time
7 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Because this healthy dish is slow-cooked, you can use less expensive roasts with results as mouthwatering as the more costly cuts. Change up the veggies for variety, nutrition or to suit your tastes!—Sandra Dudley, Bemidji, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 304 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 533mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Autumn Vegetable Mash
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I stop mashing before the veggies get too smooth because I like a chunky texture. But go ahead and keep mashing if you like them smoother in this dish. —Dana Balter, Naples, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 235 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 649mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 7g fiber), 6g protein.
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Wintertime Braised Beef Stew
Total Time
2 hours 40 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy beef stew is incredibly rich. Since it's even better a day or two later, you may want to make a double batch. —Michaela Rosenthal, Woodland Hills, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 310 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 373mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Herb Roasted Root Vegetables
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a simple-to-fix side that is perfect for a festive dinner. It looks beautiful with any entree. Roasting brings out the vegetables' natural sweetness. —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 130 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 263mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Stovetop Root Vegetable Beef Stew
Total Time
2 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
To me, the definition of “cozy” is a pot of tender beef simmering with sweet potatoes and parsnips. It doesn't get better than that. —Beth Rossos, Estacada, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 344 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 696mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein.
