Green Kale
0-33383-65220-7
PLU 4627
Grown in
California, US/ Mexico
Avilability
Year around
Pack
24ct
Pallet
56(8×7)
14 days from pack date
Storage
32 to 36
Scientific name
Brassica Napus Pabulana
Label
Coastal Best
Kale, a once modest green with roots in Greek and Roman culture, has become a global culinary star. From Northern Germany’s comfort food to Italy’s ribollita and Portugal’s caldo verde, kale is celebrated in diverse cuisines. It gained popularity in the U.S. around 2012, crowned “The Year of Kale” by Bon Appétit and honored with National Kale Day in 2013. This cruciferous vegetable, part of the Brassica family, boasts a variety of types—from curly and lacinato to redbor and Siberian—each with unique flavors and textures. Packed with vitamins K, C, and A, kale is as nutritious as it is versatile.
Kale is a versatile ingredient in the culinary world, finding its way into a variety of dishes:
Salads: A classic leafy green, kale is a staple in fresh salads.
Soups, stews, and casseroles: Kale adds depth and nutrition when chopped and included in vegetable, potato, or bean-based dishes.
Pesto: This vibrant green can serve as the main ingredient in a flavorful pesto.
Chips: Baked kale chips offer a wholesome alternative to traditional potato chips.
Pasta: Braised kale with sweet onion makes a delicious filling for ravioli.
Smoothies: Its nutrient-packed leaves blend perfectly into smoothies.
Mashed with potatoes: Kale pairs well with potatoes for a hearty mash.
Fermented: Kale can be transformed into tangy sauerkraut through fermentation.
Oil: Kale seeds yield a raw oil, ideal for enhancing breads and pastries.