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How to Dry Parsley Leaves Fast (It Works!)

July 14, 2019 By Heidi Leave a Comment

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Use my simple money saving hack for How to Dry Parsley Leaves Fast, so you always have an abundant supply of gorgeous dried parsley on hand!

Be sure to also try these easy methods for How to Dry Fresh Basil and How to Dry Oregano!

How to Dry Parsley Leaves

How to Dry Parsley Leaves Fast

Now you can have your own bountiful supply of parsley all year round when you use this tip for how to Dry Parsley Leaves in the microwave!

Kristin writes: "This worked like a charm and only took mine about 30 - 40 seconds per batch!"

Learning how to Dry Parsley in the Microwave is pure genius.  What an easy way to save all that beautiful parsley growing in my garden.

I personally love using dried parsley on grilled cod, and as a garnish for homemade soups and easy crockpot recipes.

In fact, almost every dinner looks more tantalizing with some parsley as a garnish.

When you grow parsley in your garden like I do, you really need to know how to Dry Parsley and keep it green for later!

If you use this tip with the parsley you grow at home… you’ll even end up with organic dried parsley!

How nice is that?!?

Plus, when you dry your parsley at home, it can retain more of the gorgeous, vibrant natural color!

Seriously… it’s SO much prettier than store bought dried parsley!

Here is some of the parsley from my garden that I dried…

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What is Dried Parsley Used for in Cooking?

What is Dried Parsley Used for in Cooking?

Parsley is a delicious herb that helps brighten up the color and flavor of a wide variety of dishes.

It is often used in Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix, Homemade Meatballs, Chicken Entrees, and Grilled Fish.

It can also add a pretty pop of color when used as a garnish for all sorts of main dishes.

How to Dry Parsley Leaves Fast

How do you Dry Parsley?

Are you wondering how to dry parsley fast?  Or maybe just wondering how in the world to preserve all of that fresh parsley from your Herb Garden?

It’s really SO easy!

All you’ll need is fresh parsley, a microwave, a plate, and some microwave-safe paper towels.

How to Dry Parsley - Supplies Needed

What You’ll Need to Dry Parsley

You likely already have all of these items laying around your home somewhere…

  • Fresh Parsley
  • Glass (microwaveable) Plate
  • Microwave-Safe Paper Towels

That’s it.  So simple.

If you don’t have any of these items, you can easily pick them up next time you are out and about.

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How to Dry Parsley in Microwave

How to Dry Parsley Fast

You won’t believe how EASY it is to dry your own parsley leaves at home!

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. Place 1 paper towel flat on your plate.

2. Lay out Parsley bunches in a single layer on the paper towel, then add another paper towel on top.

How to Dry Parsley and Keep it Green

3. Microwave for 30 seconds, then in 15 second increments until dry.  If you have a larger bundle of parsley you are microwaving, you may need to add a little extra time.

4. After leaves are dry and crunchy, remove and discard stems.

5. Then using thumb and forefinger, crush dried parsley leaves by pinching and rubbing together between your fingers.

How to Dry Parsley Leaves

How To Store Dried Parsley

Transfer your dried parsley to a small spice jar, and you’re done!

Mini Mason Jars work great, or you could even use your old spice containers!

How to Dry Parsley Reviews

What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Trick for How to Dry Parsley…

Kristin writes: “This worked like a charm and only took mine about 30 – 40 seconds per batch!”

Melissa writes: “Dried curly parsley in the microwave.  Works great and so quick”

Kay writes: “I used kitchen scissors to mince finely”

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Having dried parsley flakes on hand is so convenient.

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Hi, I'm Heidi... I'm so glad you're here! I'm the Frugal Girl living here in sunny AZ with my hubby, and love sharing Easy Recipes & Frugal Living Tips!
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