celery salt

American  

noun

1. a seasoning of finely ground celery seed and salt.

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Etymology

Origin of celery salt

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

To rim dish, distribute a generous tablespoon of celery salt on a flat plate.

From Washington Times • May 28, 2023

First you make a stock by simmering bone-in chicken thighs, leeks, carrot, celery, salt and a bay leaf in water for about an hour and a half.

From Washington Post • Mar. 16, 2023

Don’t skip the celery salt on your Chicago dogs, its herbal lightness makes them shine.

From New York Times • Jul. 25, 2022

Combine celery salt, paprika, cayenne and remaining 1/8 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl, and sprinkle over shrimp; toss until evenly coated.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 27, 2022

While hot mash them, season nicely with salt, paprika and a little celery salt.

From Breakfasts and Teas Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions by Pierce, Paul