1 bunch green kale stems and tough ribs stripped out and discarded, leaves sliced
1 small onion sliced
4 cloves garlic
3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 1/2 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1 lemon Juice and zest of
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
Here's a quick and easy dip that's bound to win nutrient-packed kale a few new fans. Serve with vegetable dippers or whole-grain crackers.
In a large saucepan, combine kale, onion, garlic and 1/4 cup water. Set over medium heat, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are very tender, about 12 minutes; add more water a tablespoon at a time if the pan dries out. Transfer vegetables and any liquid in the pan to a food processor and let cool a few minutes. Add ricotta, nutritional yeast, lemon juice and zest, salt and cayenne. Process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and serve.
Nutritional Info:
Per Serving:Serving size: about 1/4 cup, 40 calories (0 from fat), 0g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 120mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g dietary fiber, 1g sugar), 5g protein