Red Russian River Kale (bunch)

Red Russian River Kale is a sweet and tender variety of kale known for its hazy blue-green, ruffly leaves rising from fantastically-fuchsia stems and veins. Mild flavor and tender texture lend it nicely to a variety of culinary uses. Delicious raw in a summer salad, wilted in a stir fry, or cooked long in a veggie soup. 

5 large-leafed stems per bunch. 

(Each large-leaf stem measures 12"-18" in length. Equivalent volume but of younger leaves will be substituted, when necessary.)

Nutritional Value

Red Russian kale is a source of vitamins A, C, and K, which strengthen the immune system, maintain organ health, and promote faster wound healing. The variety also provides calcium and phosphorus to support bones and teeth, iron to develop the protein hemoglobin for oxygen transport through the bloodstream, and magnesium to control nerve functions. The leaves contain potassium to balance fluid levels within the body, copper to assist in red blood cell production, manganese to help the body produce energy, and zinc to protect the immune system's health. The red and purple hues in the leaves indicate the presence of anthocyanins, natural pigments with antioxidant properties to guard the cells against the damage caused by free radicals and help reduce inflammation.