Our Quick Recipe
- Pull the kale leaves from their stems. Coarsely chop the leaves. Thoroughly wash and rinse the kale, drain and set aside.
- Add oil into sauté pan over medium heat. Add in chopped onion, garlic, bell peppers and seasonings. Stir until fragrant, about 1 minute (do not let the garlic brown).
- Add the kale a few handfuls at a time, stirring after each addition. You can add in ¼ cup of water or broth to prevent the kale from sticking. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the kale is just tender, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, serve and enjoy!
You may pair the kale with a protein and starch of choice for a balanced meal. For example, cooked salmon and rice pilaf.
Benefits:
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- High in antioxidants, Vitamin C, vitamin K, and beta-carotene and fiber.
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- Support eye health, weight management, heart health,
Storage:
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- In refrigerator in plastic bag, unwashed for up to 1 week.
Ways to Use:
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- Wash well, chopped then and added into a raw salad.
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- Cook and simmer into a stew with other vegetables or soup.
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- Cook until tender, then add into quesadillas and casseroles.
Tips:
- Always thoroughly wash and clean kale.
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