Parsley, Dried Nutrition Facts
Explore the nutrition facts of dried parsley in this blog post. Parsley is a popular herb known for its fresh, vibrant flavor and culinary uses. Beyond its culinary applications, parsley offers several health benefits and is a source of various nutrients.
Full Nutrient Table
The following nutrition table is based on a 100-gram portion of dried parsley. This herb is low in calories but rich in essential nutrients like vitamin K, vitamin C, and iron. Parsley also contains antioxidants and has potential anti-inflammatory properties. Adding dried parsley to your dishes not only enhances the flavor but also provides nutritional value.
Name | amount | Unit |
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Proximates | ||
Water | 5.89 | g |
Energy | 292 | kcal |
Energy | 1220 | kJ |
Protein | 26.6 | g |
Total lipid (fat) | 5.48 | g |
Ash | 11.4 | g |
Carbohydrates | ||
Carbohydrate, by difference | 50.6 | g |
Fiber, total dietary | 26.7 | g |
Sugars, total including NLEA | 7.27 | g |
Sucrose | 4.09 | g |
Glucose | 2.76 | g |
Fructose | 0.42 | g |
Lactose | 0 | g |
Maltose | 0 | g |
Galactose | 0 | g |
Minerals | ||
Calcium, Ca | 1140 | mg |
Iron, Fe | 22 | mg |
Magnesium, Mg | 400 | mg |
Phosphorus, P | 436 | mg |
Potassium, K | 2680 | mg |
Sodium, Na | 452 | mg |
Zinc, Zn | 5.44 | mg |
Copper, Cu | 0.78 | mg |
Manganese, Mn | 9.81 | mg |
Selenium, Se | 14.1 | µg |
Vitamins and Other Components | ||
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 125 | mg |
Thiamin | 0.196 | mg |
Riboflavin | 2.38 | mg |
Niacin | 9.94 | mg |
Pantothenic acid | 1.06 | mg |
Vitamin B-6 | 0.9 | mg |
Folate, total | 180 | µg |
Folic acid | 0 | µg |
Folate, food | 180 | µg |
Folate, DFE | 180 | µg |
Choline, total | 97.1 | mg |
Betaine | 1.7 | mg |
Vitamin B-12 | 0 | µg |
Vitamin B-12, added | 0 | µg |
Vitamin A, RAE | 97 | µg |
Retinol | 0 | µg |
Carotene, beta | 1150 | µg |
Carotene, alpha | 17 | µg |
Cryptoxanthin, beta | 4 | µg |
Vitamin A, IU | 1940 | IU |
Lycopene | 0 | µg |
Lutein + zeaxanthin | 2430 | µg |
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 8.96 | mg |
Vitamin E, added | 0 | mg |
Tocopherol, beta | 0.02 | mg |
Tocopherol, gamma | 1.53 | mg |
Tocopherol, delta | 0 | mg |
Tocotrienol, alpha | 0 | mg |
Tocotrienol, beta | 0 | mg |
Tocotrienol, gamma | 0 | mg |
Tocotrienol, delta | 0 | mg |
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0 | IU |
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 | µg |
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1360 | µg |
Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0 | µg |
Lipids | ||
Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.38 | g |
SFA 4:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 6:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 8:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 10:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 12:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 13:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 14:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 15:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 16:0 | 1.22 | g |
SFA 17:0 | 0 | g |
SFA 18:0 | 0.058 | g |
SFA 20:0 | 0.005 | g |
SFA 22:0 | 0.028 | g |
SFA 24:0 | 0.063 | g |
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.761 | g |
MUFA 14:1 | 0 | g |
MUFA 15:1 | 0 | g |
MUFA 16:1 | 0 | g |
MUFA 16:1 c | 0 | g |
MUFA 17:1 | 0 | g |
MUFA 18:1 | 0.761 | g |
MUFA 18:1 c | 0.761 | g |
MUFA 20:1 | 0 | g |
MUFA 22:1 | 0 | g |
MUFA 22:1 c | 0 | g |
MUFA 24:1 c | 0 | g |
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.12 | g |
PUFA 18:2 | 1.25 | g |
PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 1.25 | g |
PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0 | g |
PUFA 18:3 | 1.88 | g |
PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 1.86 | g |
PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.016 | g |
PUFA 18:4 | 0 | g |
PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0 | g |
PUFA 20:3 | 0 | g |
PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0 | g |
PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0 | g |
PUFA 20:4 | 0 | g |
PUFA 2:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0 | g |
PUFA 22:4 | 0 | g |
PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0 | g |
PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0 | g |
Fatty acids, total trans | 0 | g |
Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0 | g |
TFA 16:1 t | 0 | g |
TFA 18:1 t | 0 | g |
TFA 22:1 t | 0 | g |
Cholesterol | 0 | mg |
Amino acids | ||
Tryptophan | 0.475 | g |
Threonine | 1.19 | g |
Isoleucine | 1.55 | g |
Leucine | 2.79 | g |
Lysine | 2.1 | g |
Methionine | 0.596 | g |
Cystine | 0.298 | g |
Phenylalanine | 1.71 | g |
Tyrosine | 1.16 | g |
Valine | 2.02 | g |
Arginine | 1.76 | g |
Histidine | 0.718 | g |
Alanine | 1.78 | g |
Aspartic acid | 3.17 | g |
Glutamic acid | 3.69 | g |
Glycine | 1.76 | g |
Proline | 2.01 | g |
Serine | 1.16 | g |
Hydroxyproline | 0 | g |
Alcohol, ethyl | 0 | g |
Caffeine | 0 | mg |
Theobromine | 0 | mg |
Name | amount | Unit |
Nutritional Charts for parsley, dried
Nutrient Composition Pie Chart
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Macronutrient Distribution Bar Chart
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Mineral and Vitamin Bar Chart
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Amino Acid Composition Bar Chart
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Nutrient Density Chart
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Conclusion
Dried parsley is a nutritional powerhouse that offers a multitude of health benefits and culinary uses. With its concentrated source of nutrients, it’s a valuable addition to any diet.
References
For more detailed nutritional information on dried parsley, refer to the following USDA FoodData Central