Onions Celery
What is Onions Celery?
Onions and celery are aromatic vegetables commonly used as a base for many savory dishes. They are members of the allium (onion family) and apiaceae (parsley family) respectively. Both are cultivated globally and typically chopped or diced before use.
Is Onions Celery vegan?
Onions Celery is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Onions Celery gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Onions Celery a major allergen?
Onions and celery are not among the 9 major allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Onions Celery used for?
Onions and celery are primarily used to add flavor and aroma to a wide variety of foods.
Is Onions Celery safe?
Onions and celery are generally recognized as safe by the FDA when used as food.
Why it's used
Onions and celery are primarily used to add flavor and aroma to a wide variety of foods. They form the 'mirepoix' (along with carrots) which is a fundamental flavoring base in French cuisine and widely adopted in American cooking. They are found in soups, stews, sauces, casseroles, and frozen dinners.
Health notes
Onions and celery are generally recognized as safe by the FDA when used as food. They are a source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. While generally considered healthy components of a balanced diet, specific health claims are not typically associated with their use as ingredients in processed foods. Regulatory bodies like EFSA and JECFA have not specifically evaluated them as food additives, as they are whole foods.
Allergen info
Onions and celery are not among the 9 major allergens identified by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Onions Celery
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