Parsnips, a relative of carrots, provide vitamins C, E and K. Their potassium and antioxidants may help prevent cancer.

Parsnips are low in calories and rich in fiber, which can support weight loss efforts when included in a well-balanced diet.

The parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) is a root vegetable closely related to carrot and parsley, all belonging to the flowering plant family Apiaceae. It is a biennial plant usually grown as an annual.