Super source
Fibre
3.34 g · 12% DV target
A robust and peppery aromatic herb with a cleaner mouthfeel than its curly counterpart, flat-leaf parsley serves as a foundational culinary element while providing a dense concentration of protective phytochemicals.
Flat-leaf parsley is a concentrated source of essential minerals, including iron, calcium, and zinc, which align with standard nutritional values for leafy green vegetables .13
The herb contains a diverse profile of phytochemicals, specifically flavonoids like apigenin and luteolin, as well as vitamins A and C .3
Cooking methods significantly impact its nutritional profile; while boiling preserves most mineral content, blanching or microwaving can lead to a decrease in iron levels .1
Early research in animal models suggests that parsley extracts may have diuretic properties and potential effects on bone resorption (the breakdown of bone tissue), though human clinical evidence is currently limited .23
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
3.34 g · 12% DV target
0.46 g · Top 7% of herbs & spices
404 μg · 45% DV target
2.17 mg · 14% DV target
993 μg · 827% DV target
203 mg · 226% DV target
Store upright in a glass of water or wrapped in a damp paper towel.
Low resource intensity, though greenhouse-grown varieties in winter increase carbon footprint.
In ancient Greece, parsley was considered sacred and used to crown victors at the Isthmian Games rather than being used as a common food ingredient.