Crispy Oven Roasted Kale Recipe

Here is a nutritious and delicious side dish for any occasion. Oven roasted kale is a low calorie, low carb, low sugar, and low fat side dish that offers more flavor than a boring salad. It gives a new spin to the usual greens, and it gives that crunch that we all love.

Kale is a great vegetable to eat because it is full of calcium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin K. Kale offers many anti-cancer benefits; helps lower cholesterol; and fights heart disease. Kale is one of the healthiest vegetables on the planets so always be sure to include some in your diet.

Crispy Oven Roasted Kale Recipe

Serves 4

2 bunches kale, thick stems and ribs removed, leaves coarsely chopped

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Salt

1/2 a lime

Parmesan wedge

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.

In a large bowl, toss the kale with the olive oil and a few pinches of salt. Spread out the kale on a large baking sheet; the kale can be piled up a bit.

Bake until a little crispy on the edges but still tender, about 20 minutes.

Remove the kale from the oven.

Squeeze lime juice over the top, grate some Parmesan and serve warm.

Per Serving: Calories: 136; Total Fat: 8 grams; Saturated Fat: 1 gram; Protein: 5 grams; Total carbohydrates: 14 grams; Sugar: 0 grams; Fiber: 3 grams; Cholesterol: 0 milligrams; Sodium: 193 milligrams

Thanks to Food Network for the Recipe!