Celery (200gm)

Overview 

Celery is a marshland plant that grows in cool temperature and requires 16 weeks for harvesting. The celery usually grows in temperatures between 60°F and 70°F.

Celery is harvested, mainly with the stalks that grow above the ground and have long, fibrous stalk tapering into leaves.

The stalks are green in colour containing nutrients, and it is about 12-18 inches tall. Celery belongs to the family of Apiaceous and is cultivated as a vegetable. Celery is also known as small age, and its leaves, stalks, and hypocotyl are used for consumed.

Nutritional Profile 

• Celery contains 0% fat, 0% cholesterol, 1% sodium, 3% potassium, 0% protein, 0% iron.
• Celery is a fibrous plant that contains a 3% diet fibre, which keeps our body fit.
• Celery contains vitamins such as 2% vitamin A, 4% vitamin C, and sugar (1g).

Health Benefits

• Celery is a great source of antioxidants; protect cells from blood vessels, and organs from damage.
• It contains phytonutrients, which reduces inflammation in the digestive tract, cells, blood vessels, and organs.
• It contains 95% of water, which keeps a healthy digestive system.
• It contains apiuman, which improves the lining of the stomach or stomach ulcer.

 Uses

• Celery is used as a base for sauces and soups.
• The leaves of the celery are used for dried herbs.
• Celery seeds are used as a spice and essential for oil.
• Celery leaves are used for salads.

Recipes

Ingredients: 200 gms celery, 2 tablespoons olive oil, two tablespoons lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 2 cups thinly sliced honey dipped apple, 2 cups sliced celery, 1/3 cup sliced onion

Cooking Steps: Combine pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Add Apple and the remaining ingredients and mix or toss it. Now it's ready to serve. 

Ingredients: 200 gms celery, sliced apple, and coriander leaves

Cooking Steps: Wash the ingredients with water and put them into mixer jar to blend. Once blend this is ready to use. You can serve it in glasses.