Spice Blend / Seasoning | Vegan Gluten Free

Celery Salt

Apium graveolens Allergen-Free
celery salt

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Apiaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Western, American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Celery seeds, Salt

The Forktionary Angle

"The Umami Whisperer"

Definition

A seasoned salt made from a blend of ground celery seeds and salt, used to add a distinctive savory, salty, and slightly bitter flavor to dishes.

Sensory Profile

TasteSalty, Savory, Slightly Bitter, Herbaceous
TextureFine Crystalline
AromaPungent (celery), Salty
AcidityNeutral

Technical Metrics

Historical Use

Popularized in the early 20th century

Key Use

Classic Bloody Mary ingredient

Sodium Content

~480mg per 1/4 tsp

Nutrition Facts

Per 1/4 tsp (1.5g)
Calories0 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium0 mg

Chef’s Secret

For maximum flavor, add celery salt towards the end of cooking to preserve the delicate celery notes.

Substitutions

Best Match

Celery Seed + Salt

1:1

Best match, combine ground celery seeds with regular salt.

Dried Celery Flakes + Salt

1:1

Milder celery flavor, similar texture if finely ground.

Old Bay Seasoning

1:1

Different spice blend, but offers a similar savory, umami kick.

Buying Guide

Look for it in the spice aisle. Check for an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Flavor Pairings

Bloody Marys hot dogs cole slaw potato salad chicken soup seafood.

Recipes Using Celery Salt

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