Insanely Delicious Recipes for Celery
We’re all guilty of letting celery become less than crispy in our fridge while we pass it over for any other vegetable. But we are here to tell you that celery is delicious. Celery is versatile. And celery is something that we should all be eating more of. Did you know that 99% of domestic celery is grown in California? But what can you do with it besides dip it into ranch dressing or hummus or slather it with peanut butter? Well lucky for you, we’ve gathered the most delicious recipes for celery on the internet. Buckle up, friends. We’ll make a celery lover out of you yet!
Everything You Need to Know About Celery
California grows nearly all of the celery in the United States and farmers have been growing it here since 1891. Celery used to be grown primarily in Southern California, but today it’s grown in Salinas Valley, Santa Maria Valley and Ventura County. Those regions’ mild weather means we can enjoy California grown celery all year!
Celery has a ton of health benefits including vitamins A and C, as well as plenty of antioxidants and fiber. It’s anti-inflammatory, gut healthy, and delicious!
The most delicious recipes for celery on the internet from our California Grown Creators
Gluten Free Cream of Celery Soup from A Girl Defloured
Braising mellows this Braised Celery Recipe from our friend Alison, and it also brings out a rich, savory flavor. The cooking broth reduces to a shiny glaze and while the celery tenderly yields to the tines of the fork, it still has a bit of crunch left (nobody wants to eat mush). Serve it alongside a roast this holiday season for a truly lovely and simple dish.
A Simple Recipe for Braised Celery from A Girl Defloured
Braising mellows this Braised Celery Recipe from our friend Alison, and it also brings out a rich, savory flavor. The cooking broth reduces to a shiny glaze and while the celery tenderly yields to the tines of the fork, it still has a bit of crunch left (nobody wants to eat mush). Serve it alongside a roast this holiday season for a truly lovely and simple dish.
Delicious Celery Salad with Mozzarella from G Free Foodie
This delicious celery salad recipe is easy to pull together with simple ingredients. It can be made in advance, making it perfect for barbecues, parties and meal prep – or just for having in the fridge for a quick meal. It’s our version of Lidia Bastianich’s Mozzarella and Celery Salad, or Insalata di Mozzarella e Sedano in Italian.
Celery Slaw with Apples, Almonds and Pistachios from A Girl Defloured
Alison’s crunchy slaw is delicious on its own, but especially perfect when combined with spicy buffalo chicken sandwiches.
Celery Gin Gimlet from A Girl Defloured
This zippy Gin Gimlet from A Girl Defloured has a secret ingredient – muddled celery. This simple addition adds an extra dimension of flavor without a strong celery juice flavor. Gin gimlets are typically made with gin, lime juice, and simple syrup, this version smashes some fresh celery in the shaker along with lime slices to create a beautiful, bright cocktail that I know we’ll be sipping all summer long.
Parmigiano-Reggiano and Walnut Celery Salad Recipe from Salt & Wind
This Italian celery salad from our pal Aida is a way to celebrate top-quality celery. Crisp, light, and so delicious when thinly sliced and paired with salty shavings of Parmigiano-Reggiano, crunchy walnuts, and a few generous tablespoons of olive oil. Make sure to use bright, green, fresh celery.
Easy Celery Juice Recipe from Kate Ramos
All natural California-grown celery makes the most refreshing, sweet juice. This celery juice recipe so so easy and is a great way to heal and nurture your body and you can make it even if you don’t have a juicer!
Sweet + Salty Celery Popsicles from Jerry James Stone
A light and refreshing take on celery juice from our buddy Jerry. These popsicles are made with fresh celery juice, simple syrup and basil for a pleasant note of herbaceousness.
Easy Rotisserie Chicken Salad with Celery from This Mess is Ours
This easy and delicious salad from our friend Meg combines shredded rotisserie chicken, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and toasty walnuts that have all been enrobed in a simple dressing made of Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh tarragon. Take back your lunch hour with this light and refreshing rotisserie chicken salad that you are sure to love!
A Simple Recipe for Marinated Tomatoes with Celery, Avocado & Queso Fresco
This delightful recipe, featuring marinated tomatoes with California-grown celery, avocado, and queso fresco, celebrates the Golden State’s bountiful, year-round produce. Simple to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavors, this versatile dish is perfect as a refreshing appetizer, a scrumptious side, or all on its own as a hearty salad that eats like a meal.
Prunes on a Log from California Prunes
A fun twist on “Ants on a Log”, Prunes on a Log is a creative and nutritious snack that your kids will love. From our friends at California Prunes.
Jugo Verde from Hola Jalapeno
Kate’s Jugo Verde or Mexican Green Juice is made with California grown produce like celery, spinach and cucumbers. Nopales, or cactus paddles, give this juice an extra health boost.
Potato Salad with Celery and Mustard from Alison Roman
Alison Roman’s potato salad is crunchy with celery and punchy with grainy mustard. She recommends dressing the potatoes while still warm so they soak up the vinegar-laden dressing. Serve it at your next summer BBQ.
Recipes that just wouldn’t be the same without celery
Mirepoix
Pronounced Mir-ah-pwah, Mirepoix is the holy trinity that is the foundation of many stocks, soups and stew recipes. You already know the combination of ingredients, but you may not have realized it had such a fancy name – it’s simply equal parts of chopped celery, carrots and onions. That’s it!
Rotisserie Chicken Bone Broth from This Mess is Ours
Did you know that once you’ve made use of all of the meat from a rotisserie chicken that you can actually make a few quarts of the most delicious homemade broth with the leftover skin and bones? There’s that mirepoix again. It adds depth of flavor to rich bone broths like this one.
Crudites Platters – How to Prep from The Delicious Life
Our friend Sarah is the queen of crudites. She breaks down how to prep each veggie so you can achieve a next level display at your next party.
Sourdough Stuffing from Britney Breaks Bread
Celery is an important ingredient in many traditional Thanksgiving stuffings like this one from our friend Britney. It’s also made with sausage, fresh herbs, and is topped with pecans and dried cranberries for a sweet and savory twist.
