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Parsley · Petroselinum crispum

Parsley, fresh

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Parsley, fresh's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

2%
36 kcal Calories
6%
3.0 g Protein
2%
6.3 g Carbs
1%
0.8 g Fat

Excellent nutrient density 75/100

How many beneficial nutrients Parsley, fresh delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Parsley, fresh come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Parsley, fresh is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Vitamin K1367% Vitamin C148% Vitamin A (RAE)47% Folate (B9)38% Iron34% Copper17% Dietary Fiber12% Magnesium12% Potassium12% Calcium11% Zinc10%

Full nutrition breakdown

  • Beneficial
  • Moderate
  • Limit
  • Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate6.3 g
2%
Dietary Fiber3.3 g
12%
Total Sugars0.9 g—
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat0.8 g
1%
Saturated Fat0.1 g
1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g—
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g—
Trans Fat0.0 g—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids8.0 mg—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids115.0 mg—
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein3.0 g
6%
Histidine61.0 mg—
Isoleucine118.0 mg—
Leucine204.0 mg—
Lysine181.0 mg—
Methionine42.0 mg—
Phenylalanine145.0 mg—
Threonine122.0 mg—
Tryptophan45.0 mg—
Valine172.0 mg—
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)421.0 mcg
47%
Vitamin C133.0 mg
148%
Vitamin D0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin E0.8 mg
5%
Vitamin K1,640.0 mcg
1367%
Thiamin (B1)0.1 mg
7%
Riboflavin (B2)0.1 mg
8%
Niacin (B3)1.3 mg
8%
Vitamin B60.1 mg
5%
Folate (B9)152.0 mcg
38%
Vitamin B120.0 mcg
0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.4 mg
8%
Choline12.8 mg
2%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium138.0 mg
11%
Iron6.2 mg
34%
Magnesium50.0 mg
12%
Phosphorus58.0 mg
5%
Potassium554.0 mg
12%
Sodium56.0 mg
2%
Zinc1.1 mg
10%
Copper0.1 mg
17%
Manganese0.2 mg
7%
Selenium0.1 mcg
0%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol0.0 mg
0%
Phytosterols5.0 mg—
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g—
Caffeine0.0 mg—
Theobromine0.0 mg—
Ash2.2 g—

About Parsley, fresh

Parsley is the bright, clean, slightly peppery herb that's so common it's easy to dismiss as mere garnish — but flat-leaf (Italian) parsley in particular brings a genuine fresh lift to countless dishes, from tabbouleh and salsa verde to a simple scatter over almost anything savory.

Eaten in small amounts it's not a major calorie source, but parsley is genuinely nutrient-dense for a herb: exceptionally high in vitamin K, with plenty of vitamin C, vitamin A, folate and antioxidants. Used generously — as in tabbouleh, where it's practically a salad — it contributes real nutrition, not just color.

More than a plate decoration, parsley adds freshness and a nutritional boost; chopping it just before use keeps its flavor and vitamin C at their best.

Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Parsley, fresh?

There are 36 calories in 100 g of Parsley, fresh, or about 4 calories in 10 sprigs (10 g).

How much protein is in Parsley, fresh?

Parsley, fresh contains 3.0 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Parsley, fresh?

Parsley, fresh has 6.3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Parsley, fresh?

Parsley, fresh provides 0.8 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Parsley, fresh a good source of?

Parsley, fresh is an excellent source of Vitamin K (1367% DV), Vitamin C (148% DV), Vitamin A (RAE) (47% DV), Folate (B9) (38% DV) and Iron (34% DV) and a good source of Copper, Dietary Fiber, Magnesium, Potassium, Calcium and Zinc (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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