Freezing Celery

Preserve the freshness and versatility of your celery with this simple guide to freezing celery the right way. Perfect for reducing food waste and ensuring you always have a stockpile of this nutritious vegetable on hand, this method involves blanching the celery to lock in its vibrant color, crisp texture, and earthy flavor before freezing. Whether you slice it into bite-sized pieces or freeze whole stalks, the process is quick and easy, requiring just a few ingredients and under 20 minutes of prep time. Frozen celery is ideal for soups, stews, and casseroles, making it a kitchen essential for meal prep enthusiasts and home cooks alike. Learn how to store celery for up to 12 months while keeping its best qualities intact!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 10 pieces Celery stalks
• 8 cups Water
• 4 cups Ice

Directions

Step 1

Wash the celery thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, trim the ends of the celery and remove any leaves. If desired, chop the celery into bite-sized pieces or keep the stalks whole for freezing depending on your future use.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. While waiting for the water to boil, prepare a large bowl filled with ice water and set it aside.

Step 4

Once the water is boiling, add the celery pieces (or stalks) to the pot. Let them blanch for 2-3 minutes. Blanching helps preserve the color, texture, and flavor of the celery.

Step 5

After 2-3 minutes, immediately transfer the celery into the prepared ice water to stop the cooking process. Let it sit in the ice bath for the same amount of time it was blanched (2-3 minutes).

Step 6

Drain the celery thoroughly using a colander. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove as much excess moisture as possible.

Step 7

Spread the celery pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Ensure the pieces are not touching each other to prevent clumping.

Step 8

Place the baking sheet in the freezer and let the celery freeze for 1-2 hours or until completely solid.

Step 9

Once frozen, transfer the celery pieces into airtight freezer-safe bags or containers. Label each bag or container with the date for easy tracking.

Step 10

Store the frozen celery in the freezer for up to 10-12 months. Use as needed in soups, stews, or other cooked dishes (frozen celery is not ideal for raw applications as it may lose its crispness after thawing).

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2800 grams (2800.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	64

Total Fat 0.80g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.40g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 378mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate 12.00g	4%
Dietary Fiber 6.40g	23%
Total Sugars 7.20g
Protein 2.80g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 275mg	21%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 1040mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.8%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 72.3%