Ingredient substitute
What can you use instead of parsley?
Fresh cilantro, Chervil and Celery leaves are the easiest swaps. Below: 4 options with the right amount to use, what changes in the dish and which diets they suit.
The quick answer
Fresh cilantro. Use the same amount. Different but similar fresh green herb.
Adjust: Flavor differs but works.
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Fresh cilantro
Drop-in swapUse the same amount (ratio 1:1)
Different but similar fresh green herb.
- Flavor
- Different but similar brightness.
- Texture
- Same.
- Moisture
- Same.
- Adjust
- Flavor differs but works.
- Best for
- Any recipe
vegan
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Chervil
Drop-in swapUse the same amount (ratio 1:1)
Milder, anise note. Delicate.
- Flavor
- Mild anise.
- Texture
- Same.
- Moisture
- Same.
- Adjust
- Cook less — very delicate.
- Best for
- French cooking, Eggs, Fish
vegan
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Celery leaves
Small adjustmentUse the same amount (ratio 1:1)
Crisp, slightly bitter. Use inner leaves.
- Flavor
- Mild celery.
- Texture
- Same.
- Moisture
- Same.
- Adjust
- Use tender inner leaves.
- Best for
- Garnish, Soups, Stocks
vegan
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Dried parsley
Changes flavor or textureUse ⅓ of the amount (ratio 1:3)
Much less flavor.
- Flavor
- Faint.
- Texture
- Dried.
- Moisture
- None.
- Adjust
- Use 3x. Add to long-cook dishes only.
- Best for
- In a pinch, Long cook
vegan
Common questions
What is the best substitute for parsley?
Fresh cilantro is the closest swap. Use the same amount. Different but similar fresh green herb.
What is a vegan substitute for parsley?
Good vegan options are Fresh cilantro, Chervil, Celery leaves and Dried parsley.
How much should I use instead of parsley?
It depends on the swap. Fresh cilantro: Use the same amount. Chervil: Use the same amount. Celery leaves: Use the same amount.
Recipes that use parsley
More swaps
Scale it to your recipe
Enter the amount you need and the substitution tool works out the exact quantity. Or ask the chef how the swap will change your dish.