Organic
Parsley
"A versatile herb for culinary and medicinal uses."
A fresh, green herb used in a variety of culinary and medicinal applications, known for its delicate flavor and fragrance.
Also known as
Petroselinum, Rock parsley, Curled parsley
Botanical name
Petroselinum crispum
Product Details
PLU Code
94901
5-digit code
Category
Herbs
Parsley › All Sizes
Origin
Native to the Mediterranean, now widely cultivated across the world.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
1-2 months
Status
Approved
About Parsley
Parsley comes in different varieties like Italian, Continental, and French with varying shapes and flavors. Italian parsley is flat-leafed and has a stronger flavor.
Nutrition Information
Parsley is low in calories with approximately 36 calories per 100 grams. It is rich in vitamins, containing 122.2 milligrams of vitamin C and 3.3 milligrams of vitamin E per 100 grams, making up about 206 and 22 percent of the daily recommended intake, respectively. It also contains significant amounts of other essential vitamins such as folate, thiamin, and niacin.
In terms of minerals, parsley is an excellent source of potassium, containing about 554 milligrams per 100 grams, representing 21 percent of the recommended daily intake. Additionally, it has notable amounts of other minerals such as calcium and magnesium.
Parsley also contains a considerable amount of dietary fiber and is rich in antioxidants.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh leaf parsley (curly-leaf and flat-leaf). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
95-100%
Packaging
Pre-cooled, ventilated containers/bags to maintain humidity, and seal to prevent moisture loss
Shelf Life
1-2 months
Storage Notes: Parsley wilts and yellows quickly, so keep it as cold as possible without freezing at very high humidity, away from ethylene, and avoid condensation in packages. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Highest freezing point: -1.1°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 453-456.
Applies to: fresh leaf parsley (curly-leaf and flat-leaf).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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