Aromatic Parsnips and Carrots


Aromatic Parsnips and Carrots
Makes: 10 to 12 servings
Prep 35 mins Chill Up to24 hrs Cook 20 mins Microwave 7 mins Start to Finish 50 mins
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Aromatic Parsnips and Carrots
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds small parsnips, peeled and halved lengthwise
  • 1 1/2 pounds small carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3/4 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions

1. Cut any long parsnips and carrots in half crosswise. In a very large skillet, cook parsnips, covered, in small amount of boiling salted water for 2 minutes. Add carrots; return to boiling. Cook for 4 minutes more. Drain; set aside. Carefully wipe skillet dry.

2. Heat the 3 tablespoons oil in same skillet over medium heat. Add fennel seeds, coriander, and cinnamon. Cook about 1 minute or until fragrant, stirring occasionally. Add parsnips, carrots, and garlic. Cook 10 to 12 minutes or until vegetables are tender, turning occasionally. Remove from heat.

3. Transfer to 2-1/2- or 3-quart microwave-safe casserole. Cover; refrigerate up to 24 hours. To serve, microcook, covered with lid or vented plastic wrap, on high (100% power) for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring once. Stir in cilantro, lemon peel and juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil. Makes 10 to 12 servings.

From the Test KitchenTo serve right away:
  • Chilling step may be omitted. Stir in cilantro, lemon peel, lemon juice, salt, and drizzle with olive oil at the end of Step 2.
Nutrition Facts (Aromatic Parsnips and Carrots)
  • Servings Per Recipe 10,
  • cal. (kcal) 130,
  • Fat, total (g) 6,
  • sat. fat (g) 1,
  • carb. (g) 20,
  • Monosaturated fat (g) 4,
  • Polyunsaturated fat (g) 1,
  • fiber (g) 6,
  • sugar (g) 6,
  • pro. (g) 2,
  • vit. A (IU) 7240,
  • vit. C (mg) 15,
  • Thiamin (mg) 0,
  • Riboflavin (mg) 0,
  • Niacin (mg) 1,
  • Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,
  • Folate (µg) 52,
  • sodium (mg) 171,
  • Potassium (mg) 490,
  • calcium (mg) 50,
  • iron (mg) 1,
  • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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