Cavolo nero is an extremely versatile vegetable, and can be used in a number of different ways. It is great in hearty meals like soups, but is also great in lighter dishes such as salads. Cavolo nero also makes a fantastic accompaniment, complementing a number of meat and fish dishes. Cavolo nero is a great source of lutein, vitamins K, A and C as well as significant amounts of manganese, copper, fibre, calcium, iron, the B vitamins and many other elements.