Ingredients:

  • 300g Curly Kale or Lacinato (Dino) Kale, ribs removed
  • 1.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp fine sea salt
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Note: This is the sweet spot for crisping without browning too fast.
  2. Prep 300g kale by removing the tough center ribs. Note: Throw the ribs in a smoothie or discard; they never get crunchy.
  3. Tear leaves into bite-sized pieces about 2 inches wide. Wait for them to be completely dry before moving to the next step.
  4. Drizzle 1.5 tbsp olive oil over the dry leaves in a large bowl.
  5. Massage the oil into the kale for 2 minutes until the leaves look vibrant green and soft.
  6. Sprinkle seasonings including 0.5 tsp salt, 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, and 0.25 tsp garlic powder.
  7. Toss well to ensure every piece is coated in the spice mix.
  8. Spread kale onto two baking sheets in a single layer. Ensure no pieces are overlapping.
  9. Bake 20 minutes total, rotating the pans halfway through.
  10. Remove from oven when they are papery to the touch and slightly darkened.