National Fresh Celery Month
Observed
the month of April
Dates
April 1st, 2024 to April 30th, 2024
April 1st, 2025 to April 30th, 2025
April 1st, 2026 to April 30th, 2026
April 1st, 2027 to April 30th, 2027
April 1st, 2028 to April 30th, 2028
Tags
Food & Drink
Fruits & Vegetables
Hashtags
Sources
National Fresh Celery Month celebrates fresh celery throughout April, giving this often-overlooked vegetable a chance to shine. Celery adds crunch, freshness, subtle flavor, and vibrant color to both raw and cooked dishes. It is also low in calories and high in water content and dietary fiber, according to a food education article from St. Edward’s University.
Celery belongs to the parsley family and was first cultivated in the Mediterranean region. Today, it commonly appears on vegetable platters with dip and in soups and stews; Grasmick Produce also notes its important role in Creole cooking. Its stalks and leaves can both contribute flavor and texture to meals, from salads to savory recipes.
The creator of National Fresh Celery Month has not been identified in the available accounts. Still, the observance offers a simple invitation: take celery beyond its familiar role as a garnish or snack and experiment with the many ways it can be used in the kitchen.
How to Observe National Fresh Celery Month
Celebrate by picking up a crisp bunch of celery and trying it in a new way. Enjoy it raw with peanut butter, hummus, or another dip, or add chopped stalks and leaves to soups, stews, salads, or other dishes. For practical tips, St. Edward’s University’s food-waste guide discusses choosing, storing, freezing, and using celery.


