Braised Celery with Goat's Cheese

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this elegant recipe for Braised Celery with Goat's Cheese. Tender celery stalks are gently braised in a savory blend of vegetable stock, dry white wine, and aromatic garlic and thyme, then finished with a touch of buttery richness. The dish is crowned with creamy goat's cheese crumbles and a sprinkling of fresh parsley, adding a tangy, vibrant contrast to the caramelized notes of the braised celery. Perfect as a sophisticated side or a light appetizer, this 35-minute recipe strikes the ideal balance between simplicity and gourmet flair. Whether you're looking for a unique way to highlight celery or a crowd-pleasing vegetarian dish, this recipe is sure to impress at your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 celery stalks
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 4 ounces goat's cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Trim the celery stalks by cutting off the ends and removing any tough or fibrous strings with a vegetable peeler if needed.

Step 2

Chop the garlic cloves finely and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted and bubbling.

Step 4

Add the celery stalks to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until they begin to soften and lightly caramelize.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped garlic and thyme, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable stock and white wine, and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper, then cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low.

Step 8

Let the celery braise for 15-20 minutes, turning the stalks occasionally, until they are tender but still hold their shape.

Step 9

While the celery is braising, crumble the goat's cheese into small pieces and chop the parsley finely.

Step 10

Once the celery is tender, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high for 1-2 minutes to reduce any excess liquid.

Step 11

Transfer the braised celery to a serving dish and sprinkle the crumbled goat's cheese evenly over the top.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm as a side dish or light starter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	880.2

Total Fat 65.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 143.0mg	0%
Sodium 1943.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 27.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 350.7mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1455.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.0%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 14.5%