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Low-calorie refreshing herbal drink
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Mint parsley drink (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 432 µg of Vitamin K covers 360% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
19
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 29% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 24 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 38 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
Blend fresh mint and parsley leaves with water, then strain the drink if you prefer a smoother texture. Wash the herbs well first. You can add more water or a squeeze of lemon to adjust the flavor, but neither is essential.
No, a mint parsley drink does not detox or cleanse the liver. The liver already processes substances in the body; this drink is simply a refreshing way to enjoy water and herbs, not a detox treatment.
A mint parsley drink does not cause weight loss on its own. When made without added sugar, it can be a light alternative to sweet drinks, but it does not burn fat or replace balanced meals.
There is no proven best time to drink a mint parsley drink. Enjoy it whenever you like as a refreshing drink; having it at a particular time of day does not give it a special cleansing or fat-burning effect.
No, a mint parsley drink made with water and fresh mint and parsley contains no natural caffeine. It can be enjoyed in the evening without caffeine-related stimulation, though adding caffeinated tea would change that.
A mint parsley drink tastes best soon after it is made. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and use it promptly, since the fresh herbs can lose their flavor and the drink can change in appearance as it sits.
Yes, you can freeze a mint parsley drink, though its fresh-herb flavor and texture may be weaker after thawing. Freeze it in small portions, stir it after thawing, and do not freeze it again once it has defrosted.
Yes, dried mint and parsley can be used, but the drink will taste different from one made with fresh leaves. Steep the dried herbs in water and strain them; blending dried herbs may leave a gritty texture.
A mint parsley drink tastes herbal and fresh, with a cool mint note and a greener, more savory flavor from parsley. Lemon can make it brighter, while extra water softens the taste without adding sweetness.
Yes, lemon works well in a mint parsley drink and adds a tart, citrusy note. Add it to taste after blending or steeping the herbs; the drink does not need lemon to be prepared.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
432µg · 360% DV
Vitamin A
504µg · 56% DV
Vitamin C
33.6mg · 37% DV
Folate
57.6µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Iron
2.88mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
408mg · 12% DV
Sodium
19mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 19 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Mint parsley drink is made by mixing fresh mint and parsley with water; some versions are prepared by letting the herbs infuse instead. It is a simple homemade herbal drink rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and recipes can vary in how strongly the herbs flavour the water.
Its taste is fresh, green and gently pungent, and it is usually served chilled. You might drink it alongside a meal or as a refreshing alternative to plain water, especially in warm weather. It is very low in calories, with 8 calories per 100 grams, and contributes little fat or protein. For a lighter, less sweet version, keep it simple and serve it cold without added sweetener.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.