Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for parsley
Best swap for parsley: Chive, 1:1; milder, oniony.
How we checked this: these swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes, and their ratios follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than one published chart. For exact amounts on many common swaps, see the NDSU and Colorado State University extension tables listed below. Editorial policy
What can I use instead of Parsley?
The best swap for Parsley is Chive, 1:1; milder, oniony. Another option is Cilantro, 1:1 as a fresh finish; distinctly different flavor. A third option is Celery Leaves, 1:1; closest match for flat-leaf parsley in soups and stocks. All 3 swaps are in the table below.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Chive | 1:1; milder, oniony |
| Cilantro | 1:1 as a fresh finish; distinctly different flavor |
| Celery leaves | 1:1; closest match for flat-leaf parsley in soups and stocks |
Source and limits
These swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes to your kitchen, last updated . We remove swaps known to be unsafe, but not every swap has been tested in a kitchen, and a swap is cooking guidance, not an allergen or nutrition equivalent. Check labels and what the recipe needs before substituting.
The ratios and usage notes follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than a single published chart. These two university extension tables list exact amounts for many common swaps:
- Ingredient Substitutions (FN198), NDSU Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Ingredient Substitutions (9.329), Colorado State University Extension (opens in a new tab)
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