Celery, cooked: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
Gently cooked celery, transforming its crisp texture into a tender, mellow vegetable with a subtle, earthy flavor. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 2 Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: - 4 celery stalks - 1/2 cup water or vegetable broth - Salt to taste - Black pepper to taste Instructions: 1. Wash celery stalks and slice into 1/2-inch pieces. 2. Place sliced celery in a saucepan with water or broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. 3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 8-12 minutes, or until tender. 4. Drain any excess liquid and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Per 100g reference serving, Celery, cooked provides 42 kcal of energy, 0.52g protein (5% of calories), 3.46g total carbohydrates (33% of calories, including 1.7g dietary fiber and 1.4g sugars), and 2.9g total fat (62% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Celery, cooked (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 2.7 mg | 3% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 34 µg | 3.8% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.69 mg | 4.6% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 32.8 µg | 27.3% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.02 mg | 1.7% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.057 mg | 4.4% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.317 mg | 2% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.066 mg | 3.9% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 32 µg | 8% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 32 µg | 8% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 32 µg | 8% DV |
| Choline | 6.6 mg | 1.2% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 12 µg | 1.3% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 272 µg | 7.6% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 280 µg | 2.8% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Celery, cooked (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium (Ca) | 48 mg | 3.7% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 11 mg | 2.6% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 276 mg | 5.9% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.09 mg | 0.8% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 23 mg | 1.8% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 231 mg | 10% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.087 g | 5.4% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 0.78 g | 5.6% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 1 g | 3.3% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 0.867 g | 4.3% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 0.76 g | 3.8% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 2 mg | 0.7% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Celery, cooked contains 42 calories (kcal), 0.52g of protein, 3.46g of carbohydrates (1.7g fiber, 1.4g total sugars), and 2.9g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Celery, cooked has an estimated food pH of 7 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of -5.6 mEq/100g, classifying it as Alkaline-Forming (Negative PRAL).
Allergen tags for Celery, cooked: Celery. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 6+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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