10 easy celery recipes

When is celery in season?

Peak celery season in the UK is from September to March.

Why we love celery

Crunchy celery makes a great crudité to go alongside our favourite dip recipes and is an healthy snack to have in the fridge. Along with carrots and onion, chopped celery forms the base of many classic dishes including bolognese and casseroles. However, it can also be the star on it's own – blitz into silky soups, braise until tender for a veggie side dish or slice into salads.

Health benefits of celery

Celery contains a variety of vitamins and minerals including potassium and calcium, which are important for heart health. It is a good source of fibre (which is good for digestion) and is low GI, so is useful for those who need to manage their blood sugar levels.

Easy celery recipes

Celery soup

Get cosy with a bowl of roasted celery soup, topped with chopped chives or parsley. Serve with crusty bread or olive oil croutons to make into a filling lunch. See more vegetarian soup recipes.

Waldorf salad

A Waldorf salad is a classic for a reason: it's sweet, savoury, crunchy and creamy all at the same time. We've added leafy kale for added nutrients.

White wine and cream braised celery

Check out our super-simple braised celery idea. This easy recipe elevates the humble celery stick to something really special, plus it makes for an ideal dinner party side dish. See more vegetable side dish ideas.

Celery and stilton soup

Make the most of any cheesy leftovers languishing in the fridge with this velvety soup. You'll need a wedge of stilton, a bunch of celery, and a healthy glug of cream for this decadent recipe.

Khoresht karafs (celery stew)

Reflecting the food of Tehran's hole-in-the-wall kabab houses, Berenjak restaurant's convivial cooking is ideal for recreating at home. Try this vibrant lamb and celery stew as part of a mezze feast.

Potato, celery and mustard salad

This easy recipe for potato, celery and mustard salad is easy to make, vegetarian-friendly and feeds a crowd. It's ideal for a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing side dish. See more easy potato salad recipes.

Kohlrabi and celery remoulade

Kohlrabi and celery make a fantastic remoulade, which is usually made with celeriac, but works a treat here and goes particularly well with smoked salmon.

Braised celery

If you love raw celery, then why not try this easy side dish of celery slow-cooked in chicken stock as an accompaniment to roast chicken.

Celery and wasabi bellini

A refreshing start to a meal with a Japanese twist. Great to share with friends and quench the thirst on a summers day.

Marinated raw squid and celery salad

Make something different for lunch and try this innovative recipe. Toasted fennel, caraway and coriander seeds are served on ribbons of raw squid and celery.