This salad is very easy to prepare and I love cheese too. If I'm on crave of cheese I will prepare this Recipe for my diet. I'm not big fan of celery but I know that celery is very healthy, Celery is rich in fiber and nutrients and helps lower cholesterol, treats constipation, reduces stress hormone levels, fights inflammation and provides many other benefits. Celery provides many health benefits and nutrients that promote overall health in numerous ways. Celery is a negative-calorie food. Keeps your kidney and urinary bladder healthy: Celery is antiseptic in nature and can eliminate bladder disorders, kidney problems, and urinary tract infections in women. Helps in keeping cancer at bay: Celery contains phthalides, flavonoids, and polyacetylenes, which are considered cancer-fighting components. Celery contains vitamin C, beta carotene, and flavonoids, but there are at least 12 additional kinds of antioxidant nutrients found in a single stalk. It's also a wonderful source of phytonutrients, which have been shown to reduce instances of inflammation in the digestive tract, cells, blood vessels, and organs. Celery and celery seeds have approximately 25 anti-inflammatory compounds that can offer protection against inflammation in the body. Celery supports digestion. While its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients offer protection to the entire digestive tract, celery may offer special benefits to the stomach. Pectin-based polysaccharides in celery, including a compound known as apiuman, have been shown to decrease instances of stomach ulcers, improve the lining of the stomach, and modulate stomach secretions. And then there’s the high water content of celery — almost 95 percent — plus generous amounts of soluble and insoluble fiber. All of those support a healthy digestive tract and keep you regular. One cup of celery sticks has 5 grams of dietary fiber. Celery is rich in vitamins and minerals with a low glycemic index. You’ll enjoy vitamins A, K, and C, plus minerals like potassium and folate when you eat celery. It’s also low in sodium. Plus, it’s low on the glycemic index, meaning it has a slow, steady effect on your blood sugar. Celery has an alkalizing effect. With minerals like magnesium, iron, and sodium, celery can have a neutralizing effect on acidic foods — not to mention the fact that these minerals are necessary for essential bodily functions. Tips👍🏻 You should buy Celery that leaves should be crisp and fresh, ranging in color from pale to bright green. Avoid celery with yellow or brown patches. Chop celery just before cooking or serving to maintain nutrients.
Even celery that has been chopped and stored for just a few hours will lose nutrients. Steamed celery will retain flavor and almost all of its nutrients. Eat fresh celery within five to seven days to enjoy its maximum nutritional benefits. Don’t discard the leaves — that’s where celery has the most calcium, potassium, and vitamin C. But because they don’t store well, consume celery leaves within a day or two of purchase. Celery is a versatile veggie. You can eat it raw or cooked, and it makes a great addition to smoothies, stir-fries, soups, and juices. Celery can also be steamed or baked.
CHEESY DIET SALAD⤵️
Ingredients:⇣⤵️
- 1/2 cups 99% fat-free cottage cheese or vegan cheese
- 5 tbsp. diet mayonnaise or vegan mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 cup shredded carrot
- 2 cups thinly sliced celery(optional)
- 1 cup diced cucumber, unpeeled
- 1/2 cup chopped green or red pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced radishes
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
Preparation:⇣⤵️
- Combine the ingredients and chill before serving.
Makes 8 servings
Nutritional Facts⇣⤵️
Calories per serving⇢60.3
Carbohydrate per serving⇢5.8
Fat per serving⇢1.6
Protein Total for 8servings⇢48.7
