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Celery Root

Celery Root
Receiving Inspecting:

Celery root should be firm with tender flesh. Avoid product with a spongy texture.

Storage Handling:
 

Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)

  • 34-36° F/1-2° C
  • 90-98% relative humidity
Shelf-Life:
14 days.
Troubleshooting:

Water-soaked spots and softening are indications of freeze injury; decay may occur if stored in a warm area with high humidity; moisture loss can be caused by low humidity. Store properly.

Usage Ideas:

  • Add celery root purée to mashed potatoes; garnish with crispy shallots.
  • Add shaved celery root to cole slaw for unique flavor.

Seasonality:

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Flavor Profile

Tastes mildly of celery or licorice blended with potato.

Texture Profile

Knobby, with leathery skin. Inner flesh is hearty; once cooked it becomes smooth and starchy.

Pairings

Pair with cabbage, cream, cheese, potatoes, and shallots.

Substitution Suggestions

Celery, fennel, bok choy.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 1 cup celery root (156g) grams
Calories 70
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 160g7%
Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
Dietary Fiber 3g10%
Total Sugars 2g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 2g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 67mg6%
Iron 1mg6%
Potassium 470mg10%

*The % Daily Value (DV) 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.