Spiralized Parsnip Noodles with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta

Spiralized Parsnips with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta

I have a very, very good reason for not posting this recipe in the morning,...

Spiralized Parsnip Noodles with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta

I have a very, very good reason for not posting this recipe in the morning, like I normally do.

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…. I turned in the manuscript to my second cookbook today! #inspiralizeeverything, coming soon.

And you’d think I’d feel relieved, but I’ve been putting off SO many things the past few days in order to finish in time, that I’m swamped!

Spiralized Parsnip Noodles with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta

Sorry for the late and short post, but I just couldn’t leave a day without a new recipe for you all! And now, it’s 2016 and we have our first parsnip noodle recipe – which, if you haven’t had them yet, parsnip noodles are nutty, woody and so lovely that you don’t need much of a sauce- their flavors speak for themselves.

This recipe is simple, quick and easy – and comes together in minutes!

And although I have a busy week ahead, you can bet your bottom dollar that I’ll be rejoicing/face-planting in a big goblet of wine when everything is done… around Friday at 5pm.

Who’s with me? Let’s DO this week!

Spiralized Parsnip Noodles with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta

Nutritional Information & Recipe

Weight Watchers SmartPoints*: 11 points

*These points were calculated using the official Weight Watchers SmartPoints calculator. We are in no way affiliated with Weight Watchers, we are providing this information based on popular demand.

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Spiralized Parsnip Noodles with Roasted Butternut Squash, Kale and Feta

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cubed butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil divided
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 parsnips peeled, Blade D, noodles trimmed
  • 2 cups chopped kale
  • 1 garlic clove sliced thinly
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay out the butternut squash. Drizzle with 2 teaspoons of the oil and season with salt, pepper and paprika. Toss to combine and once oven is preheated, roast for 30-35 minutes or until fork tender.
  • Ten minutes before the squash is done, place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add in the rest of the olive oil. Add in the parsnip noodles and let cook for 5-7 minutes or until cooked through. Transfer the parsnip noodles to a plate and add in the kale and garlic. Let cook until wilted, about 5 minutes and then add back in the parsnip noodles. Toss to combine and then divide onto two plates and top with butternut squash, feta and the red pepper flakes.

spiralized parsnips with roasted butternut squash, kale and feta

with love, Ali

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  • Congratulations! Yay wine!
  • This is so awesome, so proud of you!! Can't wait to snag a copy! And good luck girl, you've got this!
  • Congratulations! What a great way to start out 2016. Here's to getting to Friday :)
  • Congratulations! I am looking forward to the new cookbook - *and* to joining you virtually in that glass of wine on Friday! :)
  • I'm curious why this is so many smart points. When I add it up it comes closer to 8 per serving. The parsnips, olive oil and feta is all that I counted. Are your parsnips huge? I will make it, but attempt to lower the SP with less EVOO and reduced fat feta.
  • Two questions: Where should the blade letter show, too? What's the best way for a lefty to use the spiralizer?
  • Hi Ali, This sounds delicious! I would just suggest a slight rewrite in step 2 you have written: Transfer the parsnip noodles to a plate and add in the kale and garlic. It took me a few reads to understand that the kale and garlic go in the pan and not onto the plate (I was a little puzzled how the plate was gonna wilt the kale). Just a little suggestion. Can't wait to try it!
  • Oh yowza! Does that look divine or what? I could even see some goat cheese in place of the feta -- although I love feta! I could also see some grilled flank steak along side, or even some chicken! Looking forward to your new cookbook! Enjoy that wine on Friday -- I think I will be having some brandy in hot tea with all the snow out west!
  • Congratulations on your second cook book! Very proud of you! I ordered your inspiralizer and I own your first book. Can't wait to order the second book! Thank you fir sharing such awesome, delicious and healthy recipes.