Celery is a fresh and hydrating vegetable ideal for the summer heat.
One of its main attributes is its versatility due to its taste and crunchy texture. Add a little dressing and you’ll get the perfect healthy snack or the perfect appetizer before the main dish.
It is also perfect to prepare a natural green juice. Blend celery, pineapple, spinach, ice and you’ll get a refreshing and delicious beverage with antioxidants and diuretic properties which help to prevent stomach aches and kidney inflammation, as well as dehydration.
Celery is an excellent condiment to prepare sauces like the traditional bolognese sauce, as an example. Add a little chopped celery to the tomato sauce and it will result in a unique flavor for that special italian lunch or dinner.
For the little ones at home, a fun way to eat celery is on sticks stuffed with cream or cottage cheese. A snack that is delicious, refreshing and nutritious as well and due to its high energy content, it helps physical development in kids on growing ages.
This vegetable is also recommended in pregnancy for being a natural source of folic acid and which helps control blood cholesterol levels, making it a good option to start with healthier habits.