Have you heard of celery seed? This tiny brown seed of the celery plant often goes unnoticed in the spice aisle, but when it comes to flavor, it delivers! Celery seed has a strong flavor that is often described as a combination of celery and parsley, earthy and grassy, and slightly bitter. Due to its strong flavor, it is often used in pickling and canning.
Even though they are tiny, 1 Tbsp of celery seed offers a variety of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus that help to promote bone health, zinc to help support your immunity, and iron to help promote red blood cell formation.
So how can you add celery seed to foods to reap the nutritional benefits while enjoying the flavor? First keep in mind the flavor is very concentrated, so a little bit goes a long way. Try adding celery seeds to vegetable dishes and sauces. You can also toss in some seeds when preparing pickles or chutney, or you can even sprinkle the seeds in soups or stews.
Celery seed may be small, but it packs a flavorful and nutritious punch. So next time you’re walking the spice aisle, don’t overlook this tiny powerhouse of a spice. Your taste buds and your body just might thank you!