Herb | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free Low Sodium

Parsley Flake

Petroselinum crispum Allergen-Free
parsley flake

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Apiaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mediterranean
  • Seasonality Year-Round (dried)
  • Source Parsley plant

The Forktionary Angle

"The understated workhorse of culinary aesthetics and mild freshness."

Definition

Dried, chopped leaves of the parsley plant, offering a mild, fresh, and slightly peppery herbal flavor to dishes.

Sensory Profile

TasteMildly Bitter, Fresh, Herbal, Peppery notes
TextureDry, Flaky, Slightly Crumbly
AromaEarthy, Green, Fresh, Clean
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Color Retention

Retains color better than many other dried herbs, making it popular for garnish.

Fresh Equivalent

Approximately 1 teaspoon of dried parsley flakes equals 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley.

Nutrient Density

Contains small amounts of Vitamin K and iron, though less potent than fresh.

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 tsp (0.5g)
Calories292 kcal
Total Fat5.3 g
Saturated Fat1.4 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein26.6 g
Total Carbohydrate52.1 g
Dietary Fiber26.8 g
Total Sugars7.7 g
Calcium1173 mg
Iron22 mg
Potassium2444 mg

Chef’s Secret

Rehydrate dried parsley in a small amount of warm water for a few minutes before adding to dishes to enhance its flavor and texture.

Substitutions

Best Match

Fresh Parsley

1:3 (dried:fresh)

Best for flavor and vibrant color, use 3x the amount of fresh for dried.

Dried Cilantro

1:1

Offers a similar green, fresh profile in some savory dishes, but with a distinct flavor.

Dried Chervil

1:1

More delicate, anise-like flavor, good for milder dishes.

Dried Basil

1:1

Stronger, sweeter flavor, suitable for Italian or tomato-based recipes.

Buying Guide

Store in a cool, dark place to preserve flavor. Check for vibrant green color.

Flavor Pairings

Garlic lemon olive oil fish poultry potatoes soups.

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