Celery leaves
What is Celery leaves?
Celery leaves are the leafy green tops of the celery plant (Apium graveolens). They have a more intense flavour than the stalks and can be used fresh or dried. The leaves are typically harvested along with the stalks or as a separate crop.
Is Celery leaves vegan?
Celery leaves is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Celery leaves a major allergen?
Celery is one of the 14 major allergens that must be emphasised on food labels in the UK.
What is Celery leaves used for?
Celery leaves are used to add a fresh, herbaceous flavour to dishes.
Is Celery leaves safe?
Celery leaves are a food ingredient, not a food additive, and are not assigned an E-number.
Why it's used
Celery leaves are used to add a fresh, herbaceous flavour to dishes. They are commonly found in vegetable mixes, broths, soups, and noodle dishes, where they contribute to the overall savoury taste profile. They can also be used as a garnish or in herb blends.
Health notes
Celery leaves are a food ingredient, not a food additive, and are not assigned an E-number. They are a source of vitamins and minerals. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) do not set specific intake limits for celery leaves as part of a normal diet. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming celery leaves in typical amounts.
Allergen info
Celery is one of the 14 major allergens that must be emphasised on food labels in the UK. Therefore, foods containing celery leaves must declare it as an allergen.
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