This is the 16th installment of our alkaline foods series where we feature a food from A-Z, sharing the benefits of the food along with suggested recipes to try!
P is for Parsley
Parsley is rich in vitamins A, K, E, and C, beta-carotene, antioxidants, folate, calcium and iron.
Parsley promotes health in many ways. It:
- Has anti-cancer properties
- Promotes a healthy heart
- Is anti-inflammatory
- Can be very cleansing
- Promotes a healthy immune system
- Has diuretic properties
Parsley recipes to try:
- Green Machine Smoothie
- Chickpea Salad with Tomatoes, Olives, Basil, and Parsley
- Lemon-Marinated Brussels Sprouts With Parsley and Shallots
- Baked Kale Chips Recipe with Garlic, Onion & Parsley
- Basil, Parsley, and Mint “Pesto” Ice Cubes
- Parsley Smashed New Potatoes
- Parsley, Kale, and Berry Smoothie
- Grilled Asparagus with Parsley Sauce
- Tabbouli Salad
- Quinoa and Parsley Salad
- Spicy Grilled Eggplant Recipe with Red Pepper, Parsley, and Mint
Other alkaline foods that start with P:
- Peas
- Pumpkin
- Pomegranate
- Pine nuts
- Pumpkin seeds
- Pinto beans
For more alkaline recipes from around the web, visit and follow our Alkaline Diet & Recipes Pinterest board. Stay tuned for the next installment of our alkaline foods series: Q is for Quinoa.
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