Description
This Italian-inspired appetizer combines crisp celery stalks with a rich, creamy filling made from cream cheese, Parmesan, and Italian herbs. It’s a quick, healthy, and flavorful snack or party dish that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
8–10 celery stalks, washed and trimmed
8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
1/4 cup (40g) sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Celery: Cut the celery stalks into 3-4 inch pieces. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Stuff the Celery: Use a spoon or piping bag to fill the celery stalks with the cream cheese mixture.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle with chopped parsley or top with sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and presentation.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set.
- Serve: Arrange on a platter and serve chilled.
Notes
For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg