Cheesy Kale Nests

Name: Cheesy Kale Nests
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 24 serving(s)
Ingredients: 8 oz. Tuscan kale (about 1/2 bunch), stemmed, leaves halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise; 1 tsp. olive oil; Kosher salt and pepper; 2 large eggs; 1 scallion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, grated; 1/2 c. almond flour; 1 1/2 tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 4 oz. extra-sharp white Cheddar, finely shredded

These savory bites are a crowd-pleaser.

By Kristina KurekPublished: Dec 22, 2022

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Mike Garten

Yields:

24 serving(s)

Total Time:

40 mins

Cal/Serv:

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Laced with ribbons of kale, these cheesy bites are surprisingly light but big on flavor—we bet you can’t eat just one! Almond flour imparts a subtle nuttiness that complements the extra-sharp white Cheddar, and spoonfuls of the batter air-fry to beautifully golden in just 5 minutes.

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Ingredients

8 oz.
Tuscan kale (about 1/2 bunch), stemmed, leaves halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise
1 tsp.
olive oil
Kosher salt and pepper
2
large eggs
1
scallion, finely chopped
2
cloves garlic, grated
1/2 cup
almond flour
1 1/2 Tbsp.
all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp.
baking powder
4 oz.
extra-sharp white Cheddar, finely shredded

Directions

1. Step 1Heat air fryer to 400°F. In large bowl, rub kale with oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Transfer to air fryer basket and cook until wilted, 1 minute; return to same large bowl and let cool.
2. Step 2In medium bowl, whisk together eggs, scallion, and garlic. In small bowl, whisk together both flours and baking powder. Fold egg mixture, flour mixture, and cheese into kale.
3. Step 3Line air fryer basket with parchment paper, leaving enough room around edges to allow for air circulation. Working in batches, drop 1-tablespoon spoonfuls of mixture into basket, spacing 1 inch apart. Cook until nests turn golden, about 4 minutes. Using small offset spatula or fork, carefully flip each nest and cook until golden brown and edges are crisp, 1 minute more. Repeat with remaining kale mixture. Serve immediately.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 46 calories, 3.5 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 3 g protein, 95 mg sodium, 2 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber

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