What Is Italian parsley and How Can I Use It?

Italian parsley rewards a little know-how: how to choose it, cook it, store it, and substitute in a pinch. Browse 248 recipes to cook with it.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup (60g)

Amount per Serving

Calories 21Calories from Fat 4

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.5g 1%

Saturated Fat 0.1g 0%

Trans Fat ~

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 33mg 1%

Total Carbohydrate 3.8g 1%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 0.5

Protein 1.8g

Vitamin A 101% Vitamin C 133%

Calcium 8% • Iron 21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

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Where found

Italian parsley is usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Italian parsley is a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much does italian parsley weigh?

Amount	Weight
1 cup	60 grams
1 tbsp	3 grams
10 sprigs	10 grams

Vegetables and Vegetable Products

Alfalfa sprouts 47 Artichoke hearts 250 Artichokes 82 Asparagus 449 Bamboo shoots 144 Lima beans 129 Green beans 543 Beets 204 Broccoli, frozen 129 Cabbage 684

In Chinese:	意大利香菜
British (UK) term:
en français:	italien persil plat
en español:	italiano perejil de hoja plana

Recipes using italian parsley

There are 248 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Sausage & Broccoli Minestrone Soup

Warm up with this hearty yet thrifty sausage and broccoli minestrone soup. An easy comforting twist on the classic Italian dish, perfect for chilly days.

Delicious Baba Ghannouj

Quick baba ghanoush with steamed eggplant, tahini, lemon, garlic, and a hint of cumin. The 13-minute version that skips the smoky char in favor of pure, clean eggplant flavor.

Deluxe Twists

Deluxe Twists with Kalamata Olive and SunDried Tomato Spread

Sage and parsley bring herbal, earthy, and outdoorsy notes to the forefront, walnuts bring meaty richness, and Parmesan brings home the umami. This simple recipe is all about technique. The pesto then coats the pasta dreamily. Best of all, it's super simple and quick to plate.

Montreal's Tabbouleh Salad

Authentic Lebanese tabbouleh with mountains of parsley, just a touch of bulgur, fresh mint, tomatoes, and lemon. Levantine herb salad in 20 minutes.

Green Beans with Shallots

Green beans with shallots, blanched crisp-tender then tossed in butter with sweet shallots and brightened with lemon and parsley. A simple, elegant French side dish that comes together fast.

Mama Delilah's Pasta Primavera

Hearty and zesty, this is my favorite pasta to make. It's a little bit of work, but comes out as stunning visually as it tastes. Definitely worth the effort. Enjoy!!!

Lemon Frittata with Leeks & Goat Cheese

The perfect make-ahead breakfast, it keeps well in the fridge for 4-5 days. The subtle flavor of lemon works beautifully with both leeks and tangy goat cheese.

So Yummy Vegetarian lasagna

This eggplant, pumpkin and spinach vegie lasagna is a fair bit of work and takes a while - but it is absolutly worth every bit of effort. It tastes wonderful and is really healthy. It can be frozen in individual servings and will last for ages. I've taken a serve to university for lunch [where i have access to a microwave] about once a week for the last 8 weeks - all from the one batch. Fantastic :D

Mexican Chicken Chili

Mexican chicken chili blends home-ground chicken breast with a little lean beef, simmered low and slow with warm spices and tomatoes. Topped with avocado, a dollop of yogurt, and fresh cilantro for a lighter bowl.

Spagehtti Garlic & Oil

A very quick, easy and simple meal. Use a high-quality olive oil for great results.

Gazpacho Soup (Vegan)

Vegan gazpacho with three colors of bell peppers, cucumber, celery, plum tomatoes, fresh basil, and a kick of hot sauce. A no-cook chilled summer soup bursting with raw vegetable flavor.

Easy Alfredo Tortellini with Garlic for Two

So easy, so simple, and so deliciously creamy. An easy alfredo sauce enriched with garlic coats the tortellini. Best of all, it's ready in 20 minutes flat!

Vegetarian Mac & “Cheese”

Your family will be none the wiser when you offer up this vegetarian creamy “mac and cheese”.

Easy Garden Quinoa

One of my favorite go-to sides, great with any protein or on its own for a light lunch. You can add any combination of chopped vegetables.

Kelly's Marinara Sauce

Homemade marinara sauce with pureed Italian plum tomatoes, garlic, and fresh parsley simmered with bay leaves. A simple meatless pasta sauce ready in about 30 minutes.

Moorish Albondigas

The spices used in this recipe give these little meatballs a Moorish influence. A variation of a popular item at tapas bars, these albondigas can be served in a broth or with a sauce for dipping.

Mama Delilah's Minestrone

A very hearty version of my favorite soup. Add crushed red pepper to turn up the heat. It's delicious!! Perfect comfort food for a cold winter's day!

Israeli CousCous & Cucumber Salad

Israeli couscous and cucumber salad tosses toasted pearl couscous with crisp cucumber, tomato, lemon, and a handful of fresh parsley and mint. A bright, herby Mediterranean side that eats clean and refreshing.

Spanish Baked Eggs

Spanish style eggs flavored with Chorizo and harissa, tomatoes, roasted red peppers and green olives. Bursts of flavor in every bite.

Beef Tenderloin with Gorgonzola Nut & Herb Butter

Beef Tenderloin with spicy Gorgonzola cheese and Pine Nut Herb Butter

Celery & Celery Root Soup

I created this super comfort food soup after discovering celery root (celeriac) thanks to my European husband. I combine typical American green celery stalks and leaves with celeriac, which extra enhances the soup's flavor and makes it even creamier with just milk. No real cream needed. I top mine with croutons and extra celery leaves. Can easily be made vegetarian.