Origin and characteristics:

Kale is a variety of cabbage which is very extended in Europe, especially in the Mediterranean region.

This vegetable can be easily identified by its long and curly leaves. The coloring of kale varies between different shades of green and it is used sometimes with decorative purposes.

Season:

It can be found easily throughout the year.

Benefits:

For those looking for great health benefits from their food intake, kale is one of the vegetables that should take top positions on anyone’s diet.

It has no fat and very low calories, which makes it the perfect food for those trying for weight loss.

Kale is also very high in iron, contributing to a proper liver function. It is rich in Vitamin K, which can protect against certain types of cancer and preventing blood clotting.

On top of that, this vegetable is a very good source of vitamin A, which is great for vision; it is also a good source of vitamin C, which contribute to a healthier immune system and it is high in calcium, containing more calcium than milk, becoming the best ally for your bones.

Cooking:

The best practice to cook kale is rinsing it thoroughly and adding it to boiling water with one teaspoon of salt. After 3 or 4 minutes, it can be strained and the trick is adding some cold water to stop it for cooking further.

Once cooked, it can be added to your salads, pasta dishes or even used as garnish to protein dishes. It is absolutely delicious and very healthy.

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