Parsley Leaves Rubbed

Parsley has a bright, clean, peppery and slightly herbaceous taste with hints of mint and citrus.

It can also can also have a savory, earthy taste that's reminiscent of celery and can help rescue bland dishes.

The flavor of Parsley comes from an aromatic oil that runs through each leaf.

Parsley can be used as a garnish or seasoning in many dishes, including soups, salads, fish, meats, sauces, and vegetables. Its flavor can contrast with and emphasize other flavors in a dish and can help balance savory dishes.

In foods and beverages, parsley is widely used as a garnish, condiment, food, and flavoring.

Dried Parsley softens upon coming into contact with moisture and can be added directly to egg dishes such as scrambled eggs and omelets.  In mashed potato, parsley adds colour and flavour.  Use in salad dressings and mayonnaise. 

To re-hydrate as a substitute for freshly chopped Parsley, place in a sieve and run cold water over it for a few seconds, allow to drain before using.

Parsley, or garden parsley is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae that is native to Greece, Morocco and the former Yugoslavia. It has been introduced and naturalized in Europe and elsewhere in the world with suitable climates so it is widely cultivated as a herb and a vegetable.

Health Benefits:

Parsley Leaves are an excellent source of chlorophyll, like many deep green leafy plants. Chlorophyll may be effective in reducing the negative side effects of carcinogens created from environmental sources and household cleaning supplies, but also produced when “charring” food.

Parsley is highly anti-inflammatory and works to reduce inflammation in the body. It is naturally detoxifying and is considered a blood “purifier.”

A chemical property in parsley may lower blood sugars as well as decrease insulin resistance.

Parsley is also a great source of Vitamin K, which is necessary for the body to absorb calcium, and thus can help to strengthen the bones and help to influence good posture.