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Crispy Roasted Parsnip Fries are the perfect “fry” shape and sprinkled with garlic, cheese and herbs. An easy parsnip recipe for the whole family and a quick side to any meal.

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Are you excited to make some oven roasted parsnips today? Because that’s what we’ve got going on over here.

I can’t keep these crispy roasted parsnips to myself any longer, they are just so good I have to share.

This parsnip fries recipe is almost like vegetable sticks, which can be perfect for babies, toddlers and adults alike.

Because of their vegetable stick shape, they are great as a parsnip baby food recipe, and fabulous for introducing baby led weaning once babies can hold them independently.

We have more parsnip love in this roundup of the benefits of parsnip for baby, too!

What are Parsnips?

Parsnips are a root vegetable in the carrot family, but are slightly sweeter than carrots. They have a nutty flavor but are pleasantly sweet when roasted. 

We’re able to make these oven roasted parsnips so beautifully because they are a starchy vegetable, similar to potatoes.

For more roasted vegetable recipes, try my crispy turmeric baked cauliflower. 

Health Benefits of Parsnips

Parsnips are high in fiber, Vitamin C, B Vitamins, manganese, magnesium potassium and calcium.

Research has shown that they have immunity, anti-inflammatory, and possibly anti-cancer properties as well, likely due to their antioxidant and micronutrient content.

By adding turmeric to these healthy vegetable fries, we’re upping the anti-inflammatory content. Turmeric also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

We’re always looking for turmeric vegetable recipes and this is a great one. 

Why You’ll Love This Oven Roasted Parsnips Recipe

• Naturally flavor balanced – Like carrots, roasting parsnips helps to bring out a sweeter flavor and caramelization. The dry heat from the oven helps caramelize the natural sugars in vegetables.
• Crispy like fries– Crispy on the outside, but soft and starchy on the inside, these oven roasted parsnips are superb!
• Ready in 30 minutes– My absolute favorite thing about this baked parsnip recipe is that it’s ready in 30 minutes because we’re cooking them at a higher temperature.
• Versatile– Whether you need another veggie for your Thanksgiving meal, or you just want a roasted vegetable as a side for dinner, these parsnips roasted in the oven are the answer and perfect for all of the above!
• Fun for babies and toddlers – Babies like to hold their own food, and this parsnip fries recipe allows that. You can also serve it with fun dips, like ketchup, hummus, tzatziki or guacamole, when serving to toddlers.
• Healthy comfort food – Along with my Roasted Carrots and Brussel Sprouts and Sweetpotato Mac and Cheese, the best parsnip recipe is one of my “cold weather” go-to’s.

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need for this parsnip fries recipe.

• parsnips – Make sure to choose firm parsnips, rather than limp or shriveled parsnips at the store for a better chance of crisping. You can choose to peel them if you like (if so, you may need a heavy-duty vegetable peeler). According to BBC, “Young and small” parsnips don’t really need to be peeled. However, “older” parsnips should be peeled thinly. Personally, as with most veggies, I prefer to leave the skin on. The skin is home to so many nutrients and I like the extra fiber it provides.
• avocado oil
• garlic powder
• minced garlic
• turmeric
• sea salt
• grated parmesan cheese

Parsnips are a great winter vegetable to use in cooking because of their higher starch content, making them perfect for your healthy comfort dishes.

If you’re shopping at a farmer’s market or buying locally, you will probably have an easier time finding firmer, better quality parsnips. 

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How to Make Crispy Roasted Parsnips

You no longer need to wonder how to roast parsnips. The key for how to make crispy parsnips is cooking them under higher heat for a lesser amount of time.

I found the sweet spot to be about 15 minutes at 400 degrees.

Parsnips are a little starchy. Therefore, cooking them at higher temperatures for baked parsnips can help break down that starch faster and caramelize.

It also helps to have a good roasting sheet – I love these because the silicone grippers make it easy to handle out of the hot oven.

In my opinion, this is the best way to cook parsnips in the oven.

However, if you’re short on time or happen to have an air fryer, try these air fryer honey mustard parsnips. 

Modifications

Here is how you can make dairy-free or vegan parsnip fries. If you don’t do cheese in your diet, Nutritional yeast is a great substitution for the parmesan cheese and still makes some pretty amazing garlic roasted parsnips!

Here are some other seasoning ideas.

• honey + ginger (this could be a tasty dairy-free option!)
• rosemary
• garlic
• thyme
• tahini
• paprika

What To Pair With Crispy Parsnips

Here are some of our favorite sides for parsnip fries.

• Sweetpotato turkey burgers
• Zucchini salmon patties
• Lemon pepper baked chicken tenders
• Turkey apple burgers
• Roasted chickpea cauliflower pitas

Parsnip fries are an easy side dish for chicken tenders!

I even love to throw them on salads, like this hearty butternut and beetroot salad. Game changer!

Servings 4

Garlic Turmeric Crispy Parsnip Fries

Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN

These Garlic Turmeric Crispy Parsnip Fries are the perfect "fry" shape and sprinkled with cheese and herbs. An easy parsnip recipe for the whole family and a quick side to any meal.

4.64 from 25 ratings

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Ingredients  

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• 3-4 large parsnips
• ¼ cup avocado oil or olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp turmeric
• sea salt, to taste
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Instructions 

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Slice parsnips in even slices and toss in small bowl with avocado oil. Add garlic and turmeric.
3. Transfer parsnips to baking sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt and parmesan cheese and bake for 15 minutes.
4. Take baking sheet out and carefully flip parsnips with a spatula. Sprinkle with more parmesan cheese. Return to oven and bake for 15 more minutes, until parsnips are evenly browned.

Equipment

Primal Kitchen – Avocado Oil, Whole 30 Approved, Paleo Friendly and Cold Pressed (16.9 oz) – Two Pack

Anthony’s Premium Nutritional Yeast Flakes, 1lb, Fortified, Gluten Free, Non GMO, Vegan

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 207mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8g

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