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To preserve your parsnips, place them unwashed in a perforated plastic bag and store in the refrigerator. They should last for several weeks stored this way. 

FreshFix Tip:  If they start to get a little wrinkly, you can place them in a container of cold water and let them sit in the refrigerator for a day or two, and they will be as good as freshly picked parsnips! 

PARSNIP FRIES WITH GARLIC YOGURT DIP

This quick recipe will be your new favorite low-calorie French fry substitute! 

Ingredients:

Parsnips (4-6 medium in size)
2 TBSP. Garlic Infused Coconut Oil
(Any oil with a dash of garlic powder, or minced garlic is a perfectly good substitute)
1 TBSP. All-Purpose Seasoning
Salt & Pepper to Taste
 
For Dipping Sauce:
½ Cup of Plain Greek Yogurt
1 TSP. Lemon Juice
1 TSP. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1-2 Garlic Cloves
¼ TSP. Salt & a pinch of Black Pepper

• Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.


• Wash and trim your parsnips. Then you can cut them lengthwise into 3” strips and as wide as you’d like, but our chef’s suggestion is ½ inch. You can skip trimming them for added fiber, if you prefer! 


• Place parsnips in a bowl and toss with coconut oil, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until fully coated.


• Then spread-out parsnips on a baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes. Take the baking sheet out and flip the fries. You can then bake an additional 10-15 minutes, or until a crispy golden brown.


• To make your dipping sauce, mix together, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. 


• You can adjust dipping sauce ingredient amounts to your liking. However, we suggest making a little extra as it's sure to be a new favorite. 

FreshFix Tip: You could top these fries with fresh rosemary and parmesan for an immediate flavor boost! Also, what makes this recipe extra special is you can use this as a base recipe for other vegetables too. Try using the carrots in your fix next! 

Parsnips are a good source of fiber, which is beneficial for digestion. Also, they contain folate, potassium magnesium, and vitamin C. This low calorie produce option is packed with flavor and nutrients.