Few herbs are as refreshing, or used as an extra-touch, as parsley. Check out these fresh parsley recipes that are sure to satisfy.
Once you’ve tried this tangy, yet delicate lemon chicken piccata, you won’t hesitate to make it for company. Seasoned with parmesan and parsley, the chicken cooks up golden brown, then is drizzled with a light lemon sauce. —Susan Pursell, Fountain Valley, California
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There are so many great conversations on the Hotline—its hard to choose a favorite. But well be doing it, once a week, to spread the wealth of our communitys knowledge—and to keep the conversation going.
Today: Parsley is a great herb to have in the kitchen—but what do you do with bunches and bunches of it (or even just a single bunch you bought for a recipe, but dont know what else to make with it)? One community member even found themselves with 10 pounds of the stuff; this might not be exactly the situation youre in, but weve got enough parsley recipe ideas below to prepare you just in case. Shop the Story
If youre feeling really overwhelmed, you can also give some of the parsley away, as Maedl and Sam1148 suggest.
Do you have a favorite way to use or store parsley? Tell us in the comments or join in the conversation over on the Hotline!
Parsley is a great herb—but what do you do with whole bunches of it? Here are, ahem, a bunch of ideas.
Once you’ve tried this tangy, yet delicate lemon chicken piccata, you won’t hesitate to make it for company. Seasoned with parmesan and parsley, the chicken cooks up golden brown, then is drizzled with a light lemon sauce. —Susan Pursell, Fountain Valley, California
We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices.
Few herbs are as refreshing, or used as an extra-touch, as parsley. Check out these fresh parsley recipes that are sure to satisfy.
How to Use Parsley
FAQ
What can I do with too much fresh parsley?
What does large amounts of parsley do?
Can parsley be frozen for later use?
What can I do with a bunch of parsley?
Here are all the best parsley recipes to use up a bunch! Try chimichurri, a tangy garlicky green sauce that goes on anything, or mix up the entire bunch into tabbouleh, a fresh and healthy Mediterranean salad. Try it sprinkled on salads, or use it to make main dishes like stuffed peppers and baked shrimp.
Can you eat parsley leaves?
Like the seeds and roots, parsley leaves have health benefits. You can eat them by adding them to food preparation or even in teas.
What to do with leftover parsley?
Anything – leftover fresh herbs, half an onion, extra squash, etc. – hangs out in a clear container on an eye-level shelf in my fridge. That way I see it as soon as I open the door and I know I have to try and use those things up as soon as possible. Wrap your leftover parsley in a damp paper towel in a plastic bag in the fridge.
How do you use up a lot of parsley?
If you need to use up a bunch of parsley quickly but don’t necessarily want to eat a bunch of parsley, I think salad dressings or a parsley oil are the way to go. The easiest way to use up a lot of parsley is to make parsley oil. Simply combine parsley and olive oil in a food processor or blender until you get a smooth sauce.