Baked kale or chard
Baked kale or chard
Transform your snack time with this easy baked kale recipe that turns a big bunch of kale (or chard) into a crunchy, delicious treat. Simply wash and dry your greens, discard the stems, and cut the leaves into wide shreds. Spread them on a foil-lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally for even crispiness. Whether you prefer them perfectly crunchy or slightly chewy, these baked greens are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Not only is this baked kale a nutritious option for adults, but it's also a hit with kids! My 3-year-old enjoys them as a healthy alternative to potato chips, making it a family favorite. Perfect for snacking on their own or as a topping for salads, this quick recipe is not only easy to make but also keeps well for a couple of days in an airtight container. Give this baked kale recipe a try and discover a tasty way to incorporate more greens into your diet!
- Big bunch of kale (or chard)
- - Olive Oil
- - Salt
- - Pepper
- Wash and shake dry a big bunch of kale or chard.
- Break off and discard the stems.
- Cut across the leaves to make wide shreds.
- Line baking sheet with foil and spray or brush with bit of oil.
- Spread greens evenly on baking sheet, and bake @ 350 for 15-20 minutes, stirring them up once or twice.
- When the greens bake, they become bright green and quite crisp.
- (Cooked a minute or two less, the kale is chewy-crisp;take your pick and adjust the cooking time to taste.)
- Once the crunch is out of the oven, you can salt or season it, but is very good plain.
- The crunch is best the day it is made but will keep a day or two in a tin at room temp.
- **NOTE**: My 3 year old loves this, and eats them like potato chips!
- Recipe courtesy of Mollie Katzen
Cooking Tips
- • Read through all instructions before starting
- • Prep all ingredients before cooking
- • Adjust seasonings to taste
- • Let rest for best results
Storage
- • Store leftovers in refrigerator
- • Best consumed within 2-3 days
- • Can be frozen for up to 3 months
- • Reheat gently before serving
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