What is Parsnip? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Parsnip?

Parsnips are a root vegetable with a tapered white body, that looks similar to a carrot with an extra round upper body, and thinner lower body. They have a woody texture and are cream colored with tiny horizontal indents. The flavor is sweet and has hints of spice similar to cinnamon or nutmeg. When parsnips are cooked they have a soft texture.

What does Parsnip Taste Like?

Sweet

Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.

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Parsnip Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 1/2 Parsnip80g

1/2 Parsnip Parsnip

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	60kcal	3%
Fats	N/A
Sat. fats	N/A
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	14g	5%
Sugars	4g	8%
Fiber	4g	14%
Proteins	1g	1%
Cholesterol	N/A
Sodium	8mg	0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Parsnip?

1 1/2 Parsnip of Parsnip contains 1 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Parsnip?

1 1/2 Parsnip of Parsnip contains 14 g of carbs.

How much sugar is in Parsnip?

1 1/2 Parsnip of Parsnip contains 4 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 1/2 Parsnip of Parsnip?

There are 60 calories in 1 1/2 Parsnip of Parsnip.

How many calories are in 1 Cup (slices) of Parsnip?

There are 100 calories in 1 Cup (slices) of Parsnip.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Parsnip?

There are 21 calories in 1 oz of Parsnip.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Parsnip?

There are 340 calories in 1 pound of Parsnip.

How many calories are in 1 Parsnip of Parsnip?

There are 120 calories in 1 Parsnip of Parsnip.