Seattle Seasonal

Ingredient

Parsnip

Peak

Flavor: Sweet, nutty, earthy.

Type

vegetable

Peak Months

Nov, Dec, Jan

Season Window

Oct → Mar

Flavor & uses

Sweet, nutty, earthy.

Roast, mash, chips, soups.

Storage

Keep cold and humid; stores well.

Today

Phase: Peak

Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan

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Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Lemon and Dill

This pan-fried recipe features roasted carrots and parsnips, tossed with bright lemon and fragrant dill.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Creamy Mashed Parsnips

Creamy mashed parsnips made by boiling parsnips in milk until tender, then mashing with butter and thyme.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Roasted Parsnips with Herbs

Roasted parsnips, a spring-dug seasonal vegetable, seasoned with herbs and oil.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%

Parsnip Dishes for the Pacific Northwest Palate

This recipe showcases the versatility of parsnips, a quintessential Pacific Northwest root vegetable. It features a straightforward cooking method to highlight the vegetable's natural sweetness and earthy flavor.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 60%

Slow-Cooked Parsnip Soup

A creamy, slow-cooked parsnip soup with a rich flavor profile, made in a single pot.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Parsnip Recipes for the Pacific Northwest

This collection of parsnip recipes offers versatile ways to utilize this seasonal root vegetable, including preparation techniques and meal ideas from breakfast to dessert.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 60%

Roasted Parsnips with Thyme

Roasted parsnips seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh thyme leaves for a simple yet flavorful side dish.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%

Honey-Roasted Parsnips with Garlic

Lightly sweetened and seasoned parsnips roasted with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt, ready in 20 minutes.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 60%

Parsnip Purée with Olive Oil and Sage

A simple, 3-ingredient parsnip puree made with olive oil and fragrant sage, a versatile side dish or accompaniment.

Local produce: 60%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%

Seasonal Parsnip Recipes for the Pacific Northwest

A collection of parsnip recipes from the New York Times, featuring seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients suitable for a higher-end Pacific Northwest restaurant menu.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 70%

Roasted Parsnips: A Seasonal Delight for Pacific Northwest Menus

Roasted parsnips, a flavorful seasonal side dish that can be incorporated into soups, casseroles, and other Pacific Northwest-inspired cuisine.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 60%

Seasonal Parsnip Recipes for Pacific Northwest Dining

A collection of recipes featuring the versatile parsnip, a seasonal root vegetable well-suited for Pacific Northwest cuisine. Techniques include roasting, frying, and baking.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 70%

Parsnip Recipes: Cooking Tips and Preparation Ideas

This guide covers how to cook parsnips, a seasonal root vegetable, including adding them to soups and stews or shaving them for salads.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 60%