Parsnip and Apple Bake
Parsnip and Apple Bake is a comforting, savory-sweet casserole dish originating from British and Northern European cuisine. It typically features thinly sliced parsnips and apples layered with cream, butter, and warm spices like nutmeg or cinnamon, then baked until tender and golden.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is relatively high in carbohydrates from the parsnips and apples, with a moderate amount of fat from the cream or butter used. It provides a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, with a rough calorie estimate of 250-350 per serving depending on the recipe.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin K | 20 mcg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic example of how root vegetables and fruits were traditionally combined in colder climates to create hearty, seasonal dishes. Nutritionally, parsnips are an underappreciated source of antioxidants and have a lower glycemic index than potatoes, making this bake a slightly more blood sugar-friendly comfort food option.
