Lemon Herb Steamed Parsnips

Simple and flavorful steamed parsnips, perfect as a light lunch or side dish. The lemon and herbs brighten the natural sweetness of the parsnips.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Calories

370

Level

Easy

Yields

2 servings

Cost

£0.83

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Light & Fresh•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1poundParsnips(Choose firm, unblemished parsnips. If large, halve or quarter them lengthwise for even cooking.)

£0.80

1cupWater(For steaming)

0.5mediumLemon(Juice and zest)

£0.35

1tablespoonFresh Thyme(Chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)

£0.25

1tablespoonFresh Parsley(Chopped)

£0.15

1tablespoonOlive Oil(Extra virgin preferred)

£0.10

0.3teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

0.1teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)

£0.01

Total Cost

£1.66

£0.83 per serving

The Method

1
Peel the parsnips and cut them into roughly 1/2-inch thick slices or batons.
2
Place the water in a large pot and bring to a boil.
3
Insert a steamer basket into the pot, ensuring the water level is below the bottom of the basket.
4
Add the parsnips to the steamer basket.
5
Cover the pot and steam the parsnips for 15-20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Cooking time will vary depending on size.
6
While the parsnips are steaming, zest and juice the lemon. Chop the thyme and parsley.
7
Once the parsnips are cooked, remove them from the steamer basket and place them in a serving bowl.
8
Drizzle the parsnips with olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add the chopped thyme and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (284g)

370 kcal / 1548 kJ

Carbs

48g

18% of RDA

Fat

20g

29% of RDA

Protein

10% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

13 g

43% of RDA

Sugar

20 g

22% of RDA

Sodium

300 mg

13% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For extra flavor, roast the parsnips for the last 5 minutes in a 400F/200C oven after steaming. This will give them a slightly caramelized exterior.

A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a subtle kick.

Substitute other herbs like rosemary or oregano if desired.

Add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey for a touch of sweetness.

Cooking Equipment

Steamer Basket

Large Pot with Lid

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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