Over the years, celery has been treated with care. Most often he was another “clog” in the soup or crunchy ingredient of the salad. Today, however, he gains a second life, because more and more people learn his health -promoting properties. So often it becomes a replacement for unhealthy snacks or goes to detoxifying juices and cocktails. In raw, roasted, fried or cooked form – celery gives many possibilities in the kitchen.
Celery is considered a vegetable, which not only has little calories, but above all helps in slimming. It is often called “negative calories” vegetable, explaining that the body – during the digestion of celery – burns more than those that were supplied by eating a vegetable. Although the described energy deficit is definitely too much simplification (and even myth), the fact that celery contains extremely few calories. There are only about 14 kcal in 100 grams. In addition, most importantly, it helps the body burn them faster and that is why it is so valuable when losing weight.
At the same time, although there is not much calorie, it provides a large portion of dietary fiber, which causes satiety, stimulates digestion, improves intestinal peristalsis and prevents constipation. Thanks to the high water content (approx. 95 percent), celery additionally irrigates and supports metabolic processes. It is also worth mentioning that celery regulates blood sugar levels. For this reason, it is recommended for people with insulin resistance.
Interestingly, the vegetable will be even more effective if we combine it with thermogenic spices. These include Turmeric, black pepper or cayenne pepper. Thermogenesis is a process in which the body uses energy to increase body temperature. This, in turn, accelerates calorie burning. Baked stalks of celery sprinkled with spices can not only be a healthy replacement for chips and salty snacks, but also a huge support in a reduction diet. Celery can also be combined with lemon, apple and ginger in homemade juices. Such meals will be a natural amplifier of energy and metabolism. Added to high -protein dishes, it will provide satiety for a really long time.
Celery is a real treasury of nutrients. Contains B vitamins, vitamin C and vitamin K, which is responsible for correct blood clotting and healthy bones. You can also find potassium, magnesium, calcium and antioxidants (including luteoin). Antioxidants relieve inflammation and protect the body against premature aging.
Inclusion of celery in the daily diet It can reduce too high cholesterol and blood pressure. Vegetable diureticso it is recommended for people with the problem of water stopping in the body. Celery also supports Cleansing the body of toxins – It is recommended in diets supporting kidneys and liver.
It can be particularly beneficial for seniors. Because of Anti-inflammatory properties and supporting the work of the cardiovascular systemcelery should permanently appear in the elderly menus. Maybe also improve concentration and memory and reduce the symptoms of oxidative stress, which, among others It contributes to cell aging.
However, it must be remembered that Celery can sensitize. Most often, people with allergies to birch pollen experience cross reactions to celery, especially during the polling period of trees. People with kidney diseases ((due to the presence of oxalates) should also watch out for him, and pregnant women cannot eat large portions.
Celery is one of the most universal vegetables in the kitchen. You can eat it raw, bake, stew and even grill. It tastes great chopped into posts as a snack For sandwich, hummus or guacamole. Added to the salad With egg, tuna, apple and rocket, he adds delicious crunchiness and lightness.
Some make him many – necessarily with the addition of lemon and ginger. Then it becomes a drinking drink and supporting metabolism. It is worth drinking it on an empty stomach to stimulate digestion and accelerate fat burning.
Baked with olive oil and spices (e.g. curry, pepper or hot pepper) may be a replacement for chips or fries. It is also suitable for cooking with other vegetables in curry, stew or stew. It is worth adding celery For cream soups – Then it softens in taste. Great fits with herbssuch as parsley, thyme and dill.
How to eat celery? You can even every day and preferably in various forms. Cooked or baked is easier to absorb by people with a sensitive digestive system.
Celery is an ideal ingredient during a reduction diet. It is low -calorie and rich in fiber, which promotes losing unnecessary kilograms. At the same time, it contains minerals and antioxidants that are necessary for the proper functioning of the body. You can eat it in many ways, so you’ll never get bored in the kitchen. It is worth including it in the daily menu, especially during weight loss.
Crunchy celery from the oven
Ingredients (for 2 portions):
- 6 larger celery stalks,
- a tablespoon of olive oil,
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt,
- 1/2 teaspoon of pepper (preferably freshly ground),
- 1/2 teaspoon of pepper (smoked or hot),
- 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric or curry.
For dietary dip:
- 3 tablespoons of thick Greek yogurt,
- a teaspoon of lemon juice,
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard,
- 1/2 teaspoon honey,
- spoon of chopped chives (or dill),
- Salt and pepper to taste.
Method of performance:
Heat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (in top-down mode).
Wash and dry the celery stems. Cut them into pieces about 8 cm long. You can additionally cut them into thinner stripes if you want them to crunch more after baking.
Mix the oil with spices in a deep bowl. Put celery and thoroughly coat in marinade.
Put the oven with baking paper. Spread pieces of celery and bake for 20-25 minutes. The edges should be slightly browned and the agent remain soft and aromatic.
In the meantime, make a dip. Mix all ingredients in a bowl and cool in the fridge for min. 10 minutes.
Take the finished celery out of the oven and serve warm with a cold yogurt dip.
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