How to Use parsley in a Sentence

parsley

noun
  • Add the clam juice, white wine and parsley to the skillet.
    cleveland, 25 July 2023
  • Squeeze one lemon wedge over the shrimp and sprinkle the parsley on top.
    Zella Palmer, Saveur, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Press the fresh rosemary, parsley and thyme onto the top and sides of the pork.
    Robin Miller, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2022
  • The sauce is rich, but the lemon zest and fresh parsley keep it from feeling too heavy.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2023
  • In a large bowl, gently mix the rice and peas with the parsley, half of the bacon and half of the scallions.
    USA TODAY, 29 Dec. 2022
  • Spoon over some of the sauce and sprinkle with the fresh parsley, if using.
    Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 25 Oct. 2022
  • Once the fish is cooked through, add the parsley and a little lemon juice to the pan to brighten the flavors.
    Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2022
  • The kit comes with seven types of seeds: basil, parsley, oregano, thyme, mint, cilantro, and dill.
    Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2024
  • Flat-leaf parsley: Adds a touch of freshness to brighten the dish.
    Nancie McDermott, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2023
  • Fold in the cooked chicken, frozen peas and 2 tablespoons of the parsley.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 2 Mar. 2023
  • Top your bowl with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of parsley.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Feb. 2024
  • Seftel, 36, stood in the kitchen breaking down a huge bunch of parsley.
    Aliza Abarbanel, New York Times, 18 Apr. 2023
  • Once the striper comes out of the oven, spoon the olive garnish onto the pieces and scatter fresh oregano or parsley on top.
    Sheryl Julian, BostonGlobe.com, 18 July 2023
  • It’s made of yellow field peas, cilantro, parsley, lemon, olive oil, pea flour, and oat flour.
    BostonGlobe.com, 11 Sep. 2023
  • The fresh taste comes from the cucumber, lemon, bell pepper and parsley.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 17 Feb. 2024
  • Add the green onions and almost all of the parsley, reserving about 1/2 cup in a small bowl to be added at the table.
    Andrea Weigl, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Just before ladling the soup into bowls, stir in peas, parsley, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2023
  • Fresh flat-leaf parsley: Adds a pop of color and freshness.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2023
  • Be sure to garnish with fresh parsley for a restaurant-ready meal.
    Brittany Natale, Redbook, 14 June 2023
  • Service the beans hot with rice, reserved parsley and more hot sauce.
    Andrea Weigl, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • To serve, ladle the venison stew into bowls and garnish with the parsley or chives.
    Jonathan Miles, Field & Stream, 15 Nov. 2023
  • This version is dressed up just a bit with the addition of fresh parsley and lemon zest.
    Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2022
  • Sprinkle carrots and ribs with parsley and chives and serve.
    David Tanis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Dec. 2023
  • Add the fennel, scallions and parsley, then toss to combine.
    Christopher Kimball, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2024
  • If using delicate herbs, such as basil, dill, cilantro, or parsley, add them add the end with the oregano.
    Danielle Centoni, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Mar. 2023
  • Top with parsley leaves, chili flakes, salt, and pepper for more flavor.
    Women's Health, 1 May 2023
  • Garnish with 1½ tablespoons of the cilantro and 1½ tablespoons of the parsley and set aside.
    Brooke Dojny, Saveur, 7 Dec. 2023
  • Swap out warm-season herbs like basil for cool-season herbs such as dill and parsley.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Oct. 2022
  • It came speckled with green bits of parsley from tart and herbaceous North African chermoula and was topped with za'atar and a pool of olive oil.
    Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 18 Jan. 2023
  • Scatter fresh parsley all around and season with salt and lots of black pepper.
    Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 25 Oct. 2022

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