KALE

Geek talk: Brassica oleracea But we talk: Borecole Description: Another cruciferous vegetable and especially similar to collard greens, kale is known for its very earthy flavor, low amount of calories and high fiber content. While popular raw in salads, kale can be boiled and steamed as well and when baked, the curly variety of kale can serve as a healthier and still delicious variety of the potato chip. Ornamental kale is known for its vibrant variety of colors and is often used as a garnish on certain dishes but is still edible. Kale is eaten across the globe and in some places it is even turned into a popular juice.. Nutrition: 1 Oz contains

Origin: Europe

  References:

1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kale
2. http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=38
3. http://home.howstuffworks.com/kale.htm