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Nutrition Notes

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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients3tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided1tablespoonsherry vinegar1teaspoonground pepper1poundlacinato kale, stemmed and thinly sliced (about8cupspacked)¾cupgrated Pecorino Romano cheese

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Ingredients

3tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided

1tablespoonsherry vinegar

1teaspoonground pepper

1poundlacinato kale, stemmed and thinly sliced (about8cupspacked)

¾cupgrated Pecorino Romano cheese

Directions

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Frequently Asked Questions

This salad pairs well with roasted or sautéed chicken, pork, steak or a meaty fish like tuna or swordfish. To make it a vegetarian main dish, combine it with cooked farro, quinoa or whole-grain orzo.

You may have heard that eating cheese will lead to inflammation, but research supports the opposite. Aged cheese, like the Pecorino Romano in this recipe, is one of thebest anti-inflammatory dairy foods. Probiotics in the cheese also help support gut health. However, if you have a dairy allergy or lactose intolerance, eating cheese may cause inflammation, so you could use your favorite plant-based cheese alternative.

EatingWell.com, January 2025

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Nutrition Facts(per serving)165Calories14gFat4gCarbs6gProtein

Nutrition Facts(per serving)

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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