Who are these sizes for?

Students who cook often

You make several simple meals each week and want to use your herbs without letting a fresh bunch go to waste. A 250 g bag of parsley is worth considering if you regularly use it in your recipes.

Cooking for a one-off recipe

You need a particular herb for a tomato sauce, pasta or another dish, without buying a large quantity you’re unlikely to use often. A small tub may be a better option, as long as it contains the variety you’re looking for.

Shoppers who check the ingredients

You want to make your choice based on the variety, origin, organic certification or ingredients. Check these details on the specific product: two products labelled “organic parsley” may have different ingredients.

What should you look for?

Start with how often you cook and which herb your recipe calls for, then check that the size you choose will fit in your freezer.

What to consider What to check Who it’s for
How much you’ll use Compare the weight of the available sizes with how often you cook with that herb. If I cook several meals a week, I want to use my bag before it gets forgotten in the freezer; around 46% of shoppers would prioritise this kind of regular use.
Variety and ingredients Check which herb is listed, the ingredients and, if it matters to you, the certification of the specific product. For a particular recipe, I want to choose the right herb and know what’s in the tub; around 36% of shoppers would put this first.
Portioning and storage Check the packaging and follow the storage temperature and instructions on the pack. With limited freezer space, I want to take out the amount I need without leaving the product out of the freezer; around 18% of shoppers would make this their priority.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Choosing a small tub without thinking about future meals

    It may be enough for a one-off recipe, but if you often use that herb in your dishes, you may need to buy the same product again.

    Think about how you plan to use it before choosing between a 50 g tub and a 250 g bag.

  • Assuming “organic” means the ingredients are the same

    The product details we checked describe different products: Picard lists only organic flat-leaf parsley in its tub, while the Carrefour Bio listing states 95% organic parsley and organic sunflower oil, and flags a temporary recipe change.

    Read the ingredients and information on the product you buy, including any notice about a recipe change.

  • Buying a large bag without checking how to store it

    A 250 g size needs freezer space and regular use. The Ministry of Agriculture gives −18 °C as the reference temperature for frozen storage; always follow the product’s own instructions.

    Keep the bag in the freezer, take out what you need and follow any instructions not to refreeze the product after thawing.

Brands and ranges to know

These ranges give you an idea of the herbs and pack sizes available. Choose a specific product based on its listing and label, rather than the brand name alone.

Picard

The retailer offers, among other products, a 250 g bag of chopped parsley and a 50 g tub of organic flat-leaf parsley.

  • Two sizes to suit different patterns of use.
  • Before choosing the organic tub, check that flat-leaf parsley suits your recipe and that the quantity will be enough.

E.Leclerc / Rustica

The Rustica range we checked includes several frozen herbs and blends, with pack sizes ranging from 50 g to 250 g depending on the product.

  • The range gives you options when looking for a variety and pack size to suit your recipe.
  • Check which product is available at your selected E.Leclerc store.

Darégal

This frozen herb brand appears in the Auchan range we checked, with products including basil, parsley, coriander and chives.

  • The varieties listed make it easier to look for the herb your recipe calls for.
  • Not every store will necessarily stock every variety in the range.

Carrefour Bio / Carrefour Extra

These ranges include frozen herbs, including parsley and basil.

  • The Carrefour Bio parsley listing provides details of its ingredients and storage instructions.
  • The listing flags a temporary recipe change, so check the ingredients on the tub you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the word “premium” help you choose frozen herbs?

It’s not enough to tell two products apart. First check the variety, how much you’ll use and the ingredients. If organic certification matters to you, check it on the product in question.

How should you store frozen herbs after buying them?

Put them in the freezer and follow the instructions on the packaging. The Ministry of Agriculture gives −18 °C as the reference temperature for frozen storage. The Picard product details we checked also specify this temperature and say not to refreeze the product after thawing.

What should you check about the date on the tub or bag?

Check whether the date is a use-by date (DLC) or best-before date (DDM), and read the product’s storage instructions. The DGCCRF reminds shoppers to follow the temperature shown on the packaging and the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Can I plan my recipe around a product I’ve seen in a range?

First check that the variety and size you want are available at your store or through your chosen collection option. A herb appearing in a range doesn’t, by itself, confirm that the product will be available at your selected store.