Kale is known for its versatility in the kitchen and makes the perfect addition to any summer meal plan. It is therefore unsurprising that the nutritious leafy vegetable has grown in popularity with the likes of Beyoncé and Gwyneth Paltrow.
Kale Nicoise
Kale is virtually fat free low in calories, whilst being an excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals. From salad to stir fry kale provides a healthy option, whether you're looking to slim down or simply eat more healthily this summer.
Serves: 4 people
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 7-8 minutes
Ingredients
- 200g pack sliced kale
- 200g green beans, trimmed
- 3 medium hard boiled eggs
- 200g pack marinated roasted peppers, sliced
- 410g can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp French dressing (30ml)
- 50g pitted black olives
Method
- Cook the Kale in boiling water for 5 minutes, adding the beans for the last 2-3 minutes. Drain.
- Meanwhile, soft boil the eggs for 5 minutes and cool under cold water.
- Fry the peppers with the oil with the Kale and green beans for 1-2 minutes. Cool slightly before stirring in the cannelloni beans and dressing.
- Serve topped with quartered eggs and olives.
Tip: Replace the cannellini beans with sweetcorn and sprinkle over some shredded ham.
Recipe courtesy of www.DiscoverKale.co.uk
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