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Low-calorie, fibrous, and contains vitamin K
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Boiled celery stalk (40 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.6 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 10.4 µg of Vitamin K covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
7
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
1.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 14% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 4 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 50 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 85 g | 15 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 120 g | 22 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
To make boiled celery stalks, wash and trim them, remove any tough strings, and cut them into similar-sized pieces. Simmer in water until tender, then drain; cooking them only until soft helps keep them from falling apart.
Peel or pull away the strings from thick, mature celery stalks before boiling if they feel tough. Tender inner stalks usually do not need peeling, and removing the fibrous outer strands makes the cooked pieces easier to chew.
Boiled celery stalks work well in soups, vegetable purées, casseroles, and sauces. You can also serve them as a side with lemon or a creamy dressing, or chop them into a stew near the end of cooking.
Yes, you can freeze boiled celery stalks, but they may turn softer and more watery after thawing. Cool them, portion them into airtight containers, and use the thawed celery in soups or stews rather than dishes where a firm texture matters.
Boiled celery stalks keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after cooking, and discard them if they develop an off smell, a slimy surface, or mold.
Yes, the cooking water from clean celery stalks can be used in soup or sauce if it is not overly salty. Some flavor and nutrients move into the water, so using it avoids pouring those away.
No, boiling does not destroy all the nutrients in celery stalks. Vitamin K is relatively heat-stable, although some nutrients can leach into the cooking water; using that water in a dish helps retain them in the meal.
No, celery stalks and celery root are different parts of the celery plant. Stalk celery has long, crisp stems, while celery root is a round underground vegetable with a denser texture and a more earthy flavor.
Boiled celery stalks can add volume and fiber to a meal without making it energy-dense, which may help with fullness. They do not cause weight loss on their own; pair them with a protein-rich food for a more satisfying meal.
No, boiled celery does not have negative calories. Your body uses energy to digest food, but that does not mean celery supplies less energy than digestion requires; its practical benefit is that it is a light, fibrous vegetable.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
10.4µg · 9% DV
Folate
11.2µg · 3% DV
B5
0.1mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.6µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Sodium
38mg · 2% DV
Calcium
16mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Boiled celery stalk is celery’s crisp green stem, cooked in water until tender. Celery is used in many cuisines as an aromatic vegetable, and its stalks can be served on their own or added to soups, stews and salads. Boiling softens their crunch while leaving a mild, slightly herbal flavour.
Serve the stalks warm with a little olive oil and lemon, or chill and toss them into a salad. They are very low in calories—18 per 100 g—and provide fibre, making them an easy, light addition to a meal. Pair them with beans, eggs or another protein for a more filling plate; avoid prolonged cooking if you prefer a little more bite.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.