Kale for Kids and Grownups Too
Transform kale skeptics into kale lovers with our irresistibly crispy "Kale for Kids and Grownups Too" recipe! Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a dash of parmesan cheese, this oven-baked snack pairs nutritious leafy greens with bold, kid-approved flavors. Ready in just 22 minutes, this quick and easy recipe delivers light, crunchy bites that are perfect for an after-school snack, a savory side dish, or even a guilt-free movie night treat. Designed to please both little ones and discerning adults, this healthy snack recipe is the ultimate way to elevate kale into a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups fresh kale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash the kale thoroughly and remove the stems. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and dry them completely using a salad spinner or kitchen towel.
Place the kale pieces in a large mixing bowl and drizzle them with the olive oil. Massage the olive oil into the kale leaves with your hands until evenly coated.
Sprinkle the garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt over the kale, and toss to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Spread the kale onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pieces.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, checking halfway to ensure the kale doesn’t burn. The edges should become lightly crispy.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the parmesan cheese over the hot kale.
Allow the kale to cool for 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately as a snack or side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1530 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1455 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1891 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
