Kale



Nutrition Facts*

Based on a 2000 calorie diet per serving
Serving size: 1 c. (67g)
DV %

1.7
--
2.2
5.4
0.7
0
4.4
1.2


Calories: 33.5
Total Sugars: 0g
Carb.: 6.7g
Fiber: 1.3g
Total Fats: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Protein: 2.2g
Sodium: 28.8mg
*Data provided by USDA

Also called Borecole, kale is a type of green cabbage whose leaves do not form a head. Kale is mostly grown in Europe and North America. It freezes well and sweetens after being exposed to frost.Kale is often used in soups and as an addition to salads, or served with potatoes.


Kale is often found in recipes that also contain evaporated milk, sausage, sesame seeds, sesame oil and acorn squash

See Also
  • Kale and Squash Gratin
  • Sesame Kale
  • Sausage and Kale Soup
  • Kale Chips

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