Kale has taken over the world. Just kidding. But, it has become more popular and is being noticed as a perfect element to a salad. Instead of adding in that boring lettuce, try kale as an alternative!
According to HuffingtonPost, at 33 calories per cup, the green is exceptionally rich in calcium, vitamins A, C and K as well as phytonutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin and minerals like potassium, iron and phosphorus, reports WebMD.
Evidently, this dark leafy veggie is becoming as popular as Greek yogurt!
Overall, compared to 2005, when the search for kale salad on Google was at an all-time low, this stuff has been growing on people. Literally, says HuffingtonPost.
People have thought of creative ways to include kale into their usual bland food. Instead of the boring ol' turkey and cheese combo, sandwich lovers are placing kale between the two slices to create a better lunch!
TampaBayNews says, there are several varieties of kale, but the three most popular are curly, sometimes called frilled or even ruffled; the long, slender lacinato kale, also labeled Tuscan or dinosaur because of its bumpy leaves; and Russian kale, which is red.