Make one of these celery recipes for dinner tonight. These mains, sides and appetizers all call for lots of this unsung veggie.
33 Non-Boring Ways to Use Celery
Updated on Sep. 16, 2024
Blend of the Bayou
My sister-in-law shared this recipe with me when I first moved to Louisiana. It’s been handed down in my husband’s family for generations. It’s quick to prepare, nutritious and beautiful. I’ve passed it on to my children, too. —Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana
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Celery Gratin
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This celery gratin was a dish our family came to love. My grandmother knew how to create a dish out of just a few simple ingredients. —David Ross, Spokane Valley, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 331 calories, 27g fat (17g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 390mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
Editor’s Tips: Learn how to store celery so you’ll have fresh stalks in the crisper ready for hearty soups, snacks, and stocks!
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Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A creamy white sauce pairs well with the meat and slightly spicy seasonings of this pleasing shrimp and sausage pasta dish. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 538 calories, 38g fat (21g saturated fat), 207mg cholesterol, 653mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 20g protein.
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Cream of Celery Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This rich cream of celery soup recipe will warm up any family gathering or quiet evening at home. With just the right amount of onion flavor, it’s creamy and crowd-pleasing. —Janet James, Bluff City, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 185 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 989mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
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Chicken Salad with Grapes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chicken salad with grapes is ready in a snap when using rotisserie chicken and a few quick chops of pecans, sweet onion and celery. —Julie Sterchi, Jackson, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup chicken salad: 311 calories, 22g fat (4g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
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Lentil White Bean Pilaf
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Vegetarians will be happy to see this hearty meatless grain pilaf on the buffet table. I like to make it when I have extra cooked lentils, barley, quinoa and rice. My friends and family swear it's better than its meaty counterpart! —Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 259 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 290mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 11g fiber), 11g protein.
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Bacon Macaroni Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This pleasing pasta salad is like eating a BLT in a bowl. Filled with crispy bacon, chopped tomato, celery and green onion, the sensational salad is coated with a tangy mayonnaise and vinegar dressing. It’s a real crowd-pleaser! —Norene Wright, Manilla, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 402 calories, 33g fat (6g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 622mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Shrimp-Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this dish for my mother when she moved back to our hometown. Since she really enjoys shrimp and slightly spicy food, I decided to create a shrimp-stuffed poblanos to surprise her. She was delighted. —Tina Garcia-Ortiz, Tampa, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed pepper half: 361 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 541mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
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Shrimp Gumbo
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
11 servings (2-3/4 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
A crisp green salad and crusty French bread complete this shrimp gumbo meal. I always have hot sauce available when I serve this and have found that the instant microwave rice packages make the process a little easier. —Jo Ann Graham, Ovilla, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 159 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 681mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Grilled Summer Sausage Salad
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love grilling vegetables, especially those straight from the garden. The summer sausage is a fun twist, and the veggies really get to shine in this main dish salad. Fresh garden herbs also taste great mixed into this salad. To amp up the flavor even more, try grilling romaine lettuce instead of using a salad mix. —Noelle Myers, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
2 cups: 260 calories, 21g fat (6g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 1048mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Pressure-Cooker Bloody Mary Pot Roast
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I picked up a bottle of Bloody Mary mix, the clerk said she sometimes uses it to marinate a roast. I gave that a try and then decided to add more of the flavors that others love in a Bloody Mary, like pepperoncini and celery. —Renee Page, Rochelle, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked beef: 299 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 429mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 31g protein.
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Stone Soup
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
After reading the Stone Soup story, we enjoyed concocting this version of the folktale classic. It’s chock-full of veggies and lots more ingredients…enough for everyone to bring something to add to the fun and flavor! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 260 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 868mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
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Ragin’ Cajun Eggplant and Shrimp Skillet
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We have a large summer garden where lots of produce lingers into fall. That’s when we harvest our onions, bell peppers, tomatoes and eggplant—some of the key ingredients of this dish. —Barbara Hahn, Park Hills, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 399 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 131mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein.
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Chunky Beef Vegetable Soup
Total Time
35 min
Servings
10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
For a satisfying lunch or dinner, serve bowls of this thick soup with fresh-baked bread. Brimming with chunks of veggies, it's easy to stir together on a chilly day. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 149 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 618mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein.
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Pecan-Cornbread Dressing
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Plenty of pecans and bacon give this stuffing a unique flavor, while using a packaged mix cuts down on the preparation time. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 404 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 1035mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein.
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Vegan Jambalaya
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This flavorful entree won’t leave you hungry since it uses convenient canned beans in place of meat. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 281 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 796mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 9g fiber), 11g protein.
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Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup
Total Time
5 hours 50 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This satisfying soup with a hint of cayenne is brimming with vegetables, chicken and noodles. The recipe originally came from my father-in-law, but I made some changes to give it my own spin. —Norma Reynolds, Overland Park, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 199 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 663mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Corn Stuffing Balls
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom had many "winning" recipes, and this was one of our family's favorites. I can still picture these Corn Stuffing Balls encircling the large meat platter piled high with one of her delicious entrees. —Audrey Groe, Lake Mills, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffing ball: 365 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 1233mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
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Special Scalloped Corn
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Carrots and green pepper make this dish colorful, which grabs attention at a potluck. The corn casserole is also a smart idea for when you need to prepare a dish ahead of time—easy baking is all it takes to finish it up. —J. Brown, Fort Dodge, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 322 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 157mg cholesterol, 941mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Jamaican Beef Stew
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
5 servings (1-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This delicious stew makes a hearty supper with a lighter touch. The leaner cut of meat, herbs and seasonings and fresh vegetables make it so flavorful, you'll want another bowl! —James Hayes, Ridgecrest, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 285 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 892mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.
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Minestrone Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
11 servings (2-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This minestrone soup recipe is special to me because it’s one of the few dinners my entire family loves. And I can feel good about serving it because it’s full of nutrition and low in fat. —Lauren Brennan, Hood River, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 180 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 443mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 7g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 lean meat.
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Vegetarian Stuffing
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tasty mushrooms and onions complement the big herb flavor in this amazing stuffing. This dressing stays so moist because it’s made in the slow cooker. —Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 212 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 694mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cornish Hens with Wild Rice and Celery
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Stuffed with a succulent combination of wild rice, mushrooms and dried cranberries, these golden hens are sure to become a special-occasion entree in your home. They're a wonderful change of pace from traditional turkey. —Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 Cornish hen (calculated with skin removed before serving): 336 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 127mg cholesterol, 819mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Acorn Squash with Cranberry Stuffing
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you have squash or cranberry lovers at the table, here’s your new go-to recipe. It’s colorful, the blend of flavors is delicious and it’s a fitting addition to a Thanksgiving menu. —Dorothy Pritchett, Wills Point, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 270 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 367mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 5g fiber), 2g protein.
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Turkey Spaghetti Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom made this creamy and comforting dish while I was growing up. Whenever I have leftover chicken or turkey, I look forward to making this simple yet tasty meal. —Casandra Hetrick, Lindsey, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 284 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 702mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Almond-Apricot Chicken Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a one-of-a-kind pasta salad that combines tender chicken, sweet apricots and crunchy vegetables. Plus, the lemony dressing can't be beat. —Susan Voigt, Plymouth, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 411 calories, 24g fat (6g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 524mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein.
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Chicken Corn Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings (about 4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamed corn and butter make my chicken corn soup homey and rich. This recipe makes a big batch, but the soup freezes well for future meals—one reason why soups are my favorite thing to make. —Beverly Hoffman, Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 201 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 697mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.
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Hamburger Stew
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
16 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this hamburger stew recipe from a woman at our church, Lois Henry, when I needed a way to use up our bounty of home-canned tomatoes. My husband loves it, and I like that it's easy to warm up for a carefree dinner in the winter months. —Marcia Clay, Truman, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 191 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 689mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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Sunflower Strawberry Salad
Total Time
10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We have an annual strawberry festival in our town, so recipes with strawberries are popular here. I have served this salad at luncheons and have always received compliments. —Betty Malone, Humboldt, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 107 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat.
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Corn Dog Casserole
Total Time
55 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Reminiscent of traditional corn dogs, this fun main dish really hits the spot on fall days. It's perfect for the football parties my husband and I often host. It tastes especially good right from the oven.
-Marcy Suzanne Olipane, Belleville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 578 calories, 38g fat (16g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 1307mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 19g protein.
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Carrot Chowder
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quart)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband's grandmother passed this recipe on to us, and it's just wonderful—especially with a basket of warm, fresh bread on the side. This soup freezes well. —Wendy Wilkins, Prattville, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 130 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 803mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Broccoli Grape Salad
Total Time
10 min
Servings
about 20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
People can't get enough of the sweet grapes and crunchy broccoli in this colorful salad. I appreciate its make-ahead convenience. —Terri Twyman, Bonanza, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 344 calories, 26g fat (4g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 268mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein.
