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Parsley calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of parsley contains 36 calories, with 3 g of protein, 6.3 g of carbohydrate and 0.8 g of fat. It provides 3.3 g of fiber and 0.9 g of sugar per 100 g. Most of its calories come from carbohydrate.
Where the calories come from
Protein 27% Carbs 57% Fat 16%
How parsley compares
Per 100 g, against the closest vegetables in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsley | 36 kcal | 3 g | 6.3 g | 0.8 g |
| Collards, frozen, boiled | 36 kcal | 3 g | 7.1 g | 0.4 g |
| Frozen kale, boiled | 36 kcal | 2.9 g | 5.3 g | 1.2 g |
| Kale, boiled | 36 kcal | 2.9 g | 5.3 g | 1.2 g |
| Brussels sprouts | 36 kcal | 2.6 g | 7.1 g | 0.5 g |
Same food, different preparation
| Preparation | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parsley (typical) | 36 kcal | 3 g | 0.8 g |
| Dried parsley (dried) | 292 kcal | 26.6 g | 5.5 g |
Per 100 g. Water loss in cooking concentrates calories; added fat in frying adds its own.
Nutrition facts for parsley
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.3 g |
| Fat | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 3.3 g |
| Sugar | 0.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in parsley
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K | 1640 µg | 1367% |
| Vitamin C | 133 mg | 148% |
| Vitamin A | 421 µg | 47% |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.15 mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 50 mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 554 mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common parsley servings
How many calories in a portion of parsley — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp (4 g) | 1.4 kcal | 0.1 g | 0.3 g | 0 g |
| 10 sprigs (10 g) | 3.6 kcal | 0.3 g | 0.6 g | 0.1 g |
| 1 cup chopped (60 g) | 22 kcal | 2 g | 4 g | 0 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 36 kcal | 3 g | 6 g | 1 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in parsley?
Parsley has 36 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in parsley?
Parsley contains 3 g of protein per 100 g.
How much sugar is in parsley?
Parsley contains 0.9 g of sugar per 100 g. Nutrition values are reference figures; brands and preparation change the real amount, so weigh and log what you actually eat.
Is parsley low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Parsley has 6.3 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. People following low-carb or keto approaches often include foods in this range — portion size and your own plan still decide.
How much fiber does parsley have?
Parsley has 3.3 g of fiber per 100 g. Reference intakes for adults are around 25-30 g of fiber per day, so it contributes meaningfully.
Are these parsley calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #170416 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
