
How to select
Look for celery that is straight and firm with fresh leaves and scent. Avoid spongy or limp celery.
How to prepare
- Remove stalks or ribs from the base.
- Rinse under running water, paying special attention to the base and inner rib.
How to store
- Wrap celery stalks in foil and place in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator.
- This method for storing ensures that the celery doesn't lose moisture, which is what causes it to turn limp, while also allowing the ethylene to escape.
- When stored this way, celery stalks can last up to two weeks.
Peak season
Spring, fall
Ways to use
- Stuff celery stalks with peanut butter.
- Add to soups, casseroles, and salads.
- Eat celery sticks raw with dip.
- Put some crunch in your tuna or chicken salad by adding chopped celery.
Fun facts
- Celery has been around 4,000 B.C.
- Before it was used as food, celery was used for medicine in countries like Egypt, China, and India.
- The family of herbs and vegetables that celery belongs to contains several poisonous species.
Nutrition facts and info
Very low calorie, very low sugar. Good source of fiber (1.6 g of fiber per cup of chopped celery). Good source of vitamin K, which is essential to building strong bones and preventing heart disease. Source of vitamin A for good vision.
1 cup chopped celery = 14 calories, 3 g carbs, 1.6 g fiber, 40 mg calcium, 11 mg magnesium, 24 mg phosphorus, 263 mg potassium
Sources
Campbell's. 7 fun facts about celery. January 10, 2023.
FoodData Central. Celery, raw. April 2018.
Have a Plant. Celery.