Parsnips are a good source of fiber as well, with anywhere from 5 to 7 grams of fiber per serving. Fiber is vital for a healthy gut because it moves food along the digestive tract and improves ...

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.