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Description/Taste
Parsnips have a long taproot that can grow up to a foot in length and roughly three inches in diameter at the crown. Growing above ground, the plant’s foliage resembles large celery leaves and stems. The tapered root varies in skin color depending on variety, from a yellow-beige to a brighter white. A Parsnip’s flesh is always a creamy white. Parsnips have smooth skin with a sweet, nutty flavor and fine grained flesh.
Seasons/Availability
Available year-round, Parsnips have a peak season in winter.
Current Facts
Parsnips are botanically known as Pastinaca sativa, and are part of the Apiaceae family. The long, pale roots are closely related to carrots, parsley and dill. Parsnips have become a common garden crop in cold-climate regions because the root needs a longer growing period to develop its sweet flavor. There are three commercial varieties of Parsnip root, All American, Hollow Crown Improved and Harris Model, all of which are fairly common in taste and appearance.
Nutritional Value
Parsnips are a good source of folate, potassium and vitamin C. They also contain fiber, which is beneficial for digestion.
Applications
Parsnips, like carrots, may be used in sweet or savory preparations because of their high natural sugar content. Cook diced Parsnips in milk and sugar until tender, then puree, strain and freeze into ice cream. Boil cooked Parsnips until tender, then mash with butter and cream and blue cheese. Saute sliced Parsnips with onions, tomatoes, and vegetable stock, then blend into soup. Thinly slice Parsnip root, fennel and celery root, then toss with a lemon vinaigrette. Store Parsnip root as you would carrots, cool and dry for up to two weeks.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Parsnips were once more popular in Europe than either carrots or potatoes. A staple in kitchens throughout Europe, Parsnips were often eaten during the Christian tradition of Lent, and were considered a good substitute for meat during times of fasting.
Geography/History
Parsnips are native to the eastern Mediterranean region and were cultivated from the wild. The taproot pre-dated potatoes by one hundred years and was quite popular in most households throughout Europe. Colonists traveling to the New World introduced Parsnips to the Americas in 1609. Though popular during the winter in North America, Parsnips are more widely consumed in northern and Eastern Europe and western Asia.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| JRDN Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-270-5736 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| JSIX American restaurant & Bar | San Diego CA | 619-531-8744 |
| Town & Country Banquet | San Diego CA | 8002219730 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad - 7 Mile | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Banquets) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| The Patio on Lamont | San Diego CA | 619-235-5606 |
| Shogun Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Plan 9 Alehouse | Escondido CA | 760-489-8817 |
| Nectarine Grove | Encinitas CA | 760-944-4525 |
| West Pac Noodle Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-6892 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| The Land & Water Company | Carlsbad CA | 760-729-5263 |
| Decoy Dockside Restaurant | San Marcos CA | 760-653-3230 |
| Eco Caters Organics | San Diego CA | 619-997-8792 |
| Chateau La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-459-4451 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-640-0494 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Westin Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego CA | 619-239-2200 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| Brigantine Escondido | Escondido CA | 760-743-4718 |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Pete's Premade Paleo | San Diego CA | 770-359-8274 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| Nate's Garden Grill | San Diego CA | 619-607-0117 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Javier Plascencia | Bonita CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Smoothie Rider | San Diego CA | 858-208-0774 |
| The Corner Drafthouse | San Diego CA | 619-255-2631 |
| Samaya Boat | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Biga | San Diego CA | 949-295-4377 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| Aztec Shop Catering | San Diego CA | 619 594-3576 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Little Lion | San Diego CA | 619-519-4079 |
| St. Paul's Plaza | Chula Vista CA | 619-239-6900 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Brigantine Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2871 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| Homestead Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-209-0149 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| Solterra Winery + Kitchen | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2970 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Deckmans en el Mogor | Ensanada Baja | 646-188-3960 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-702-6373 |
| Parakeet Cafe- Little Italy | San Diego CA | 6192970235 |
| Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
| Zeca Trading Co. | San Diego CA | 619-410-1576 |
| Parakeet café | La Jolla CA | 619-578-1040 |
| Comercializadora de Especialdides | Ensenada Baja California | 646-128-7028 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| Waypoint Public | San Diego CA | 619-255-8778 |
| Brigantine La Mesa | La Mesa CA | 619-465-1935 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Brigantine Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-4166 |
| San Diego Culinary Institute Inc. | La Mesa CA | 619-644-2100 |
| Doubletree Hotel Circle | San Diego CA | 619-881-6900 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Lafayette Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-296-2101 |
| Miguel Angel Mendoza | Maestros Ensenada, | 646-127-0277 |
| Catering By Felicia G. | San Diego CA | 619-742-4747 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Vineyard Gourmet Catering | Temecula CA | 951-858-1585 |
| La Costa Glen South | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Silver Gate Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-888-1214 |
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Fourpenny House | La Mesa CA | 619-606-2028 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Parakeet Cafe Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-297-0235 |
| The Honeybee Baking | San Diego CA | 619-727-7637 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Buona Forchetta (Liberty Station) | San Diego CA | 619-458-9231 |
| Town & Country Terrace Cafe & Market | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-0083 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Tom Hams Light House | San Diego CA | 619-291-9110 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| Et Voilà ! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-209-7759 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| La Costa Glen North | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1436 |
| The Patio on Goldfinch (Mission Hills) | San Diego CA | 619-501-5090 |
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Whole Foods Market
Near Solana Beach, California, United StatesAbout 28 days ago, 4/26/19 
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 73 days ago, 3/12/19 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Weiser Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United Stateshttp://www.weiserfamilyfarms.com About 139 days ago, 1/05/19 Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Interbay
Near Seattle, Washington, United States2001 15th Avenue W, Seattle 98119 206-352-5440 About 356 days ago, 6/02/18 Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Whole Foods Market. Organic Local Parsnips are an excellent substitute for carrots or right along side them on your dinner plate :) Trader Joe's Near La Grange, Illinois, United States About 414 days ago, 4/05/18 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Interbay
Near Seattle, Washington, United States2001 15th Avenue W, Seattle 98119 206-352-5440 About 453 days ago, 2/25/18 Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Whole Foods Market. Local Organic Parsnips can be cooked like carrots and served with just about anything :) 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Sarah Weiser
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesWeiser Family Farms 19247 Highline Road, Tehachapi 93561 909-697-0807 About 506 days ago, 1/03/18 Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Santa Monica Farmers Market. Dillons Near Wichita, Kansas, United States About 526 days ago, 12/14/17 First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 557 days ago, 11/13/17 Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. 
Little Italy Mercato
Mike - JR Organics
Near San Diego, California, United States1-760-330-6812 About 559 days ago, 11/11/17 Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Little Italy Mercato. Very good quality. 
Queen Anne Farmers Market
Metropolitan Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United States100 Mercer St, Seattle 98109 206-213-0778 About 588 days ago, 10/12/17 Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at Queen Anne Farmers Market. Perfect diced or sliced in a winter stew! First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States About 599 days ago, 10/02/17 Sharer's comments : Parsnips spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op. |
