Parmesan Pepper Curly Kale Chips - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Lunch

This Parmesan Pepper Curly Kale Chips is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

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Ingredients

3 pounds curly kale (see Cooks' notes)
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 tablespoons finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, divided
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided
Fine sea salt, divided
Special equipment: 2 very large bowls; 2 large (half-sheet 18- by 13-inch) rimmed sheet pans; parchment paper or nonstick foil

Instructions

Heat oven to 275 °F with racks in upper and lower thirds.
Line rimmed sheet pans with parchment or nonstick foil.
Cut out and discard stems and center ribs from kale. Aim for 32 cups of leaves (use a 1- or 2-quart glass measure and pack leaves without crushing them). Wash leaves and dry well.
Transfer half of kale to a large bowl. Toss with half of oil, rubbing leaves to make sure they are well coated, then toss with half of parmesan, pepper, and salt. Once the first half is in the oven, repeat with the other half of the kale.
Working in batches, spread leaves in a single layer on lined sheet pans and bake, switching positions of sheets halfway through, until crisp, about 25 minutes. Transfer crisps with a metal spatula to baking sheets or platters to cool. Reuse parchment or foil for successive batches.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Kale.

Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parmesan Pepper Curly Kale Chips good for PCOS?

Yes, this Parmesan Pepper Curly Kale Chips recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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