Details about Celery
Also known as Dutch celery, Pascal celery, Varietal celery, Golden celery
Celery is a marshland plant that belongs to the parsley family. It's primarily cultivated for its edible stalks, although the leaves and seeds are also used in various dishes.
The crunchy and refreshing vegetable that adds zest to your life.
Nutrition
Celery is low in calories, rich in vitamins and minerals, and high in water content. A 100g serving of celery with leaves attached includes approximately 16 calories, 0.17g of fat, 3g of carbohydrates, 1.8g of dietary fiber, and 0.69g of protein. It also contains various essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin K at 29.3mcg, folate at 36.5mcg, potassium at 260mg, and manganese at 0.166mg.
Storage
High humidity and low temperature conditions are required to maintain crispiness and freshness, with ethylene production being a limiting factor.
Storage conditions:- Temperature: 0-1°C
- Humidity: 80-90%
Remove any damaged or wilted leaves before storage. Keep away from direct sunlight and avoid washing before storage.
Packaging
Breathable bags, crushed ice, or controlled atmosphere packaging
Shelf life
1-3 weeks
