Parsley vs Thyme

A side-by-side guide to substituting Thyme for Parsley (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.5 tbsp of Thyme for every 1 tbsp of Parsley.

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Parsley

Base unit: tbsp

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Thyme

Conversion: Use 50% as much (0.5 tbsp per 1 tbsp)

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Notes: Thyme is more potent and woodsy than parsley, so use half the amount. Better for cooked dishes; thyme adds depth but loses the fresh, bright note that parsley provides.

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When to use Thyme instead of Parsley

Thyme is more potent and woodsy than parsley, so use half the amount. Better for cooked dishes; thyme adds depth but loses the fresh, bright note that parsley provides. The conversion is use 50% as much (0.5 tbsp per 1 tbsp).

Common questions

Can I substitute Thyme for Parsley?

Yes — Thyme is more potent and woodsy than parsley, so use half the amount. Better for cooked dishes; thyme adds depth but loses the fresh, bright note that parsley provides. Ratio: Use 50% as much (0.5 tbsp per 1 tbsp).

What's the conversion ratio for Parsley to Thyme?

Use 50% as much (0.5 tbsp per 1 tbsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Parsley and Thyme interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Thyme is more potent and woodsy than parsley, so use half the amount..

Is Thyme a better substitute than other options for Parsley?

Thyme is one of the options SubSwap lists for Parsley. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Parsley substitutes.

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