As a leafy-green cruciferous veggie, kale offers a ton of nutrition<\/a> and health benefits. Packed with vitamins A, C and K, as well as antioxidants, kale has been associated with supporting a healthy heart, vision, bones and immunity. The types of antioxidants in kale have been linked with cancer prevention.<\/p>"
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"@type": "Question",
"name": "Is this recipe gluten-free?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " Due to the soy sauce, as is, this recipe is not gluten-free. However, you can replace the soy sauce<\/a> with a gluten-free alternative, including tamari, coconut aminos and Bragg Liquid Aminos. People with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should use soy sauces that are labeled "gluten-free," as soy sauce may contain wheat or other gluten-containing sweeteners and flavors.<\/p>"
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{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What type of kale should I use?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " We use curly kale for this recipe, but any type of kale will work. Curly kale is the most common type of kale. It has hearty, curly leaves with woody and fibrous stems. Tuscan kale (also called lacinato or dinosaur kale) is another common type of kale. The stems on the Tuscan variety are also woody and fibrous, but the leaves are flatter than curly kale. Learn about the health benefits of kale<\/a>.<\/p>"
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{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Do I need to prep kale?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " Yes. In a large bowl, submerge kale in cold water and wash off any sand and grit. Hold onto the stems and pull off the leaves. Alternatively, you can slice along each side of the stem with a knife. Tear or chop the leaves into small pieces and place them in a large bowl.<\/p>"
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{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What's the purpose of massaging kale?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " Massaging kale helps break down the vegetable's fibrous texture. This makes it easier to chew and decreases the volume of the leaves so you can eat more of it and get more of its nutrients. With clean hands, firmly massage and squeeze the leaves to work in the dressing, breaking them down slightly. Stop when the volume of kale is reduced by about half. The kale should be softer in texture, with a darker and shiny appearance.<\/p>"
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