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Cavolo nero, also known as black kale or Lacinato kale, is a nutritious leafy green vegetable that belongs to the cabbage family. It is characterised by its dark green, almost black, leaves and is renowned for its numerous health benefits.
 

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Cavolo nero is packed with essential nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, which are important for maintaining good health. It is also a good source of minerals like calcium, potassium, and manganese.
 
This leafy green is an excellent source of dietary fibre, which aids in digestion, promotes a feeling of fullness, and helps regulate blood sugar levels. Fibre is also essential for a healthy gut.
 
Kale contains various antioxidants, such as beta-carotene and flavonoids. These compounds help protect the body from oxidative stress, which can lead to chronic diseases and aging. Reducing inflammation in the body is essential for overall health and may help prevent various chronic diseases.
 

It is important to note that to maintain ketosis, it’s essential to track carbohydrate intake and ensure it aligns with your daily macro goals. Consulting with a healthcare professional is advised before making significant dietary changes. Scroll to the bottom to see the full macros and allergens for these Crispy Kale Chips, as well as all the Snacks & Fat Bombs on Fats of Life®.
 

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Best Ever Crispy Kale Chips

Best ever crunchy kale chips using the less bitter cavolo nero (black kale), coming in at only 1.9g carbs per serving.

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Course Snack

Cuisine General

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 2 as a snack

Author Monya Kilian Palmer

Per serving

Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.9g | Protein: 7.3g | Fat: 13g

Equipment

• kitchen scale
• sharp knife
• mixing bowl
• microplane / fine zester
• baking tray

Ingredients

• 100 g (3.5 oz) cavolo nero (black kale), (trimmed weight)
• 1 1/2 TB olive oil
• 1 TB nutritional yeast flakes
• 15 g (0.5 oz) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• pinch ground white pepper

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan oven). This is 220°C for conventional ovens (or 425°F / gas mark 7).
• Trim and discard the large centre stalk from the kale.
  
• Chop the leaves into approx. 4cm / 2-inch size pieces. (100g / 3.5oz would be the trimmed weight.)
  
• Place the kale into a large bowl and drizzle over the olive oil. Combine the remaining ingredients into a small bowl and add to the mix, using clean hands to toss and rub into the leaves for even coating.
  
• Spread out on a large roasting tray and cook in the oven for 5 minutes, rotating the tray after 2 ½ minutes.
• Enjoy the crispy goodness of these kale chips!
  

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A new-and-improved version of this delicious recipe features in my cookbook KETO KITCHEN.

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My name is Monya Kilian Palmer. If you loved this recipe, please follow and tag me @mkilianpalmer on Instagram so we can all see your lovely creations!

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If it interests you, here is a fabulous article on the benefits of kale, from the lovely team at Naturopress.
 
Nutritional Information per serving
Calories                         151Kcal / 632kJ
Fat                                 13g
Carbohydrates               1.9g
Protein                           7.3g

Allergens
Milk

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Disclaimer: The nutritional analysis, macro and allergen breakdown of the recipes on this site have been manually and carefully calculated using the cloud-based software NUTRITICS®. NUTRITICS® is fully approved by the relevant Trading Standards organizations and is EU and FDA-compliant. The macro calculations are provided as a courtesy to you based on the author's weighing of ingredients when creating the dishes. If Erythritol (a sugar polyol) has been used in any of the recipes, it has already been manually excluded from the final carbohydrate count. The author is a chef - not a medical professional - and this website has been designed to provide you with recipe ideas to suit the low carb lifestyle you have discussed with your GP.

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