Cold Spicy Celery

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Cold Spicy Celery
1500 min.
8
18kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and unique side dish that will elevate your meals while packing a flavorful punch? Our Cold Spicy Celery is the perfect addition to any dining experience, promising both delight and intrigue. With its crisp texture and a kick of spice, this dish beautifully showcases celery’s versatility and nutritional benefits.

Crafted with organic celery, this vegan and gluten-free recipe harnesses the warm, nuanced flavors of coarse Korean chile flakes, which lend a vibrant heat that is balanced by the acidity of fresh lemon juice. Toss in a drizzle of toasted peanut oil, and you have a dish that excites the palate while keeping it light. Each serving is delightfully low in calories, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious individuals or anyone looking to enhance their plate with something unique.

With just a few simple steps, you can transform everyday celery into an eye-catching and appetizing side dish that will captivate your guests. Whether you're serving it at a summer barbecue, as part of a festive gathering, or as an accompaniment to a simple weeknight dinner, Cold Spicy Celery will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. Prepare it ahead of time, letting the ingredients meld together, and serve it chilled for an unforgettable culinary experience!

Ingredients

  • bunches celery organic (preferably )
  • 0.5 teaspoon coarse korean chile flakes 
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred toasted
  • servings sansho pepper to taste

Equipment

  • bowl
  • colander

Directions

  1. Remove darker green ribs from outside of celery bunches and reserve for another use. Slice inner pale green ribs (about 16 to 18, including tiny center ones) diagonally 1/2 inch thick (aim for about 7 cups). Toss with kosher salt and let drain in a colander set over a bowl, chilled, at least 1 hour.
  2. Just before serving, pat celery dry and toss with lemon juice, chile flakes, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Drizzle with peanut oil and season with salt and sansho pepper.
  4. Serve chilled, lightly sprinkled with sansho pepper.
  5. Salted celery can be chilled in colander up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories18kcal
Protein2.16%
Fat87.28%
Carbs10.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.68565216563318%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.14mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.28mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:17.68kcal
0.88%
Fat:1.79g
2.75%
Saturated Fat:0.3g
1.9%
Carbohydrates:0.49g
0.16%
Net Carbohydrates:0.26g
0.09%
Sugar:0.17g
0.19%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:591.45mg
25.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.1g
0.2%
Vitamin K:3.24µg
3.08%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.35%
Vitamin A:82.57IU
1.65%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.34%
Source:Epicurious