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Carrot and Parsnip Crispies
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Carrot and Parsnip Crispies Recipe

The next time you have carrot or parsnip peelings try this super simple technique to make delicious crisps to add to soups or salads. 

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch Carrot or parsnip peels
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Bring water to a boil and add sugar.
  2. Drop peels in boiling water for 1 minute.
  3. Drain then dry peels on a towel.
  4. Spread damp peels on a silat or parchment lined baking sheet.
  5. Sprinkle lightly with salt.
  6. Bake 250 degrees for 1-2 hours or until curled, golden and crisp.
  7. The crisps make an elegant finishing touch to smooth soups and are a healthy crouton replacement for salads.

Recipe Notes

It is best to buy organic if you plan to use the peels, as the peel in a non-organic carrots and parsnips will contain pesticides.