Parsley
Low GI
GL 0 per piece (1 g) · GL 0.1 per 100 g
- Rich in vitamin C: about 133 mg per 100 g
- Eaten in small amounts: a tablespoon weighs only about 4 g, so one serving adds little of these nutrients
Parsley has a glycemic index of 5 (Low). One piece (1 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #170416 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- no GI Fresh coriander leaves are used the same way, chopped over salads, soups and dishes, with a brighter, citrusy taste and about 23 kcal per 100 g.
Cilantro - no GI Chopped chives give eggs, potatoes, cottage cheese and soups the same fresh green finish, with a mild onion note.
Chives - GL 0.7 per 100 g Fresh dill is a common garnish for potatoes, fish, soups and salads in place of parsley, with a stronger, anise-like taste.
Dill - GL 0.1 per 100 g Fresh basil replaces parsley in tomato dishes, pasta and salads, with a sweeter aroma and about 23 kcal per 100 g.
Basil
Forms of Parsley
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Parsley is one of the 11,150 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 sprig | 1 g | 0 |
| 1 tbsp, chopped | 4 g | 0 |
| 1 cup, chopped | 60 g | 0.1 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 36 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.9 g |
| Natural | 0.9 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.3 g |
| Soluble | 1 g |
| Insoluble | 2.3 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Fat | 0.8 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.7 g |
| Sodium | 56 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Rich in vitamin C: about 133 mg per 100 g
- Only about 36 kcal per 100 g and a glycemic load of 0
- About 1640 µg of vitamin K and 6 mg of iron per 100 g
- Eaten in small amounts: a tablespoon weighs only about 4 g, so one serving adds little of these nutrients
- Fresh leaves wilt within a few days, even in the fridge
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Parsley
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Adana Kebab with Çoban Salatası 25 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Baccalà in Umido (Salt Cod Stew with Tomato and Olives) 45 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Fennel and Cherry Tomatoes 45 min · 7 ingredients · easy -
Pearl Barley Risotto with Slow-Roasted Tomatoes and Fresh Herbs 65 min · 13 ingredients · medium -
Hearty Low-Glycemic Beef and Barley Stew 110 min · 21 ingredients · medium -
Boquerones en Vinagre (Vinegar-Cured Anchovies) 320 min · 7 ingredients · medium -
Buckwheat Groats with Mushrooms and Caramelized Onions 35 min · 9 ingredients · easy -
Carciofi alla Romana 55 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Roasted Cauliflower & Wild Rice Salad with Lentils 60 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Cauliflower Tabbouleh with Fresh Herbs 15 min · 10 ingredients · easy -
Low-Glycemic Chicken and Mushroom Skillet with Pancetta 40 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Three Bean Salad with Herb Vinaigrette 45 min · 11 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Parsley?
Parsley has a glycemic index of 5 (Low). One piece (1 g) has a glycemic load of 0; per 100 g the glycemic load is 0.1.
Is Parsley good for people with insulin resistance?
Parsley has a low glycemic index (5), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Parsley has the lowest glycemic load?
Parsley has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Parsley in this database (0.1 per 100 g).
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