I made one recipe of this. I didn't have parsnips. However, I had frozen Nomandy blend (cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots). I also didn't have a fresh pomegranate, so instead I put 3 tbsp of dried goji berries. I actually ate the whole bowl and added a cut up vegan chik'n patty to it. It was delicious both with and without the addition of the patty.