How to Dry Parsley: Air Fryer vs Dehydrator vs Oven
Learn the best way to dry fresh parsley and preserve your fall herb harvest with this complete guide to dehydrating herbs at home. We compare four easy methods for drying parsley—including using an air fryer, food dehydrator, oven drying, and traditional air drying—so you can store your fresh herbs for long-term use all winter.
In this video, we cover the end-of-season parsley harvest and test out four different drying techniques to see which one preserves the best color and flavor:
Food Dehydrator: A low and slow method at 100°F that yields excellent quality.
Air Fryer: The fastest method, taking just 15 to 20 minutes at 170°F, resulting in great color and flavor retention.
Oven Drying: A quick and accessible method using the lowest oven setting with the door ajar.
Air Drying: Hanging bundles upside down (and why this might not be the best choice for delicate herbs!).
We will show you exactly how to prep, dry, and store your parsley in airtight containers to prevent oxidation and moisture buildup. Find out which method wins the ultimate quality test!
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0:00 - End of Season Parsley Harvesting
0:30 - Rinsing and Drying
0:42 - Method 1: Food Dehydrator
1:27 - Method 2: Air Fryer
2:25 - Air Drying
2:51 - Over Drying