Kale Chips

I am always on the look out for yummy and healthy recipes that I can incorporate into our meals.  In the latest Real Simple Magazine, they have an article detailing the 30 healthiest foods.  In case you are interested, I detailed them at the end.

I make an honest effort to eat on the healthy side and not stockpile the house with unhealthy snacks.  The one thing that I know I need more of is vegetables.   When I was reading through the top 30 foods, it also detailed ways to try the different foods.  I have never had kale, but the idea of kale chips sounded like a good alternative. 

I bought a bundle of kale at the store this afternoon and made the fastest and easiest snack ever.  The first things you need to do is wash the kale.  I tore off all the leaves from the stem and ripped them into bite sized pieces.  Toss the pieces in extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper them, then spread them onto a cookie sheet.  Pre-heat the oven to 300 degrees and bake for 25 minutes or until crispy. 

 Kale crisping in the oven

Let them cool on a paper towel - Enjoy! 

I could not believe how light and tasty the kale chips were.  I've kept them out on the counter and D, Scott and I have been munching on them through out the day.  If you want a little more punch, you can sprinkle on different seasonings.  I recommend you trying this delicious little snack!

{30 healthiest foods by Real Simple Magazine}

1. Skim Milk
2. Mushrooms
3. Whole-Grain Pasta
4. Walnuts
5. Peanut and Almond Butters {All Natural}
6. Oatmeal {Steel-cut or Old-fashioned}
7. Barley
8. Quinoa
9. Lentils
10. Bulgur
11. Almonds
12. Eggs
13. Nonfat Greek Yogurt
14. Chicken Breasts {Boneless and Skinless}
15. Wild Salmon
16. Sardines
17. Kale
18. Kiwi
19. Blueberries
20. Broccoli
21. Avocados
22. Black Beans
23. Sweet Potatoes
24. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
25. Edamame
26. Chard
27. Kidney Beans
28. Oranges
29. Spinach
30. Pumpkin
    

Happy Snacking! Love B