Sizing Up Herbs
Herbs come in all shapes, sizes, and weights. If a recipe call for 1/2 cup chopped basil, how many ounces should you buy? Here's a chart to help you gauge.
Woody Herbs
Whole Leaves per 1/2 ounce: 1/2 cup
Finely Minced Leaves per 1/2 ounce: 2—2 1/2 tablespoons
- Thyme
- Rosemary
Leafy Herbs
Whole Leaves per 1/2 ounce: 3/4 cup
Finely Minced Leaves per 1/2 ounce: 3 tablespoons
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Dill
- Tarragon
- Mint
- Basil
Other
Whole Leaves per 1/2 ounce: No whole leaves
Finely Minced Leaves per 1/2 ounce: 4 tablespoons
- Chives
Delicate (fluffy)
Whole Leaves per 1/2 ounce: 3/4 cup
Finely Minced Leaves per 1/2 ounce: 5 tablespoons
- Oregano
- Marjoram
