Kale is one of the healthiest vegetables, thanks to its large amounts of minerals and vitamins. Time to discover more about this vegetable.
Kale is a leafy vegetable from the Brassica family, which also includes broccoli, Brussels sprouts and other types of cabbage. There are two types of kale:dwarf kale and bush kale. The latter has a fairly long stem and is usually used for fresh consumption. Dwarf kale does not tolerate frost well and is only harvested from mid-September to early November.
Kilocalories: 46 per 100 grams
Fibres: one serving of kale contains 10 grams of fiber. These make you feel full and ensure good bowel movements.
Minerals: 100 grams of kale contains 40% of the recommended amount of magnesium, which ensures strong bones and promotes muscle building.
Vitamins: Kale contains 134% of the daily amount of vitamin C. In addition, kale also contains a lot of vitamins A and K.
Try making a quiche with kale or use it as pesto. A kale soup or a kale smoothie with apple and banana are healthy snacks, just like kale chips.
Do you already know kalettes? A combination between kale and Brussels sprouts.
