15 Kale Recipes That’ll Make You Forget You Hate Kale
Kale is a nutrient-rich superfood that deserves a place in your eating plan. Some people just can’t get around the taste of this leafy green vegetable though. That’s why you need these fifteen kale recipes that you’ll actually be excited about eating. They are filling, delicious, and a great way to keep a nutritious balance in your eating plan.
1. Shrimp and Avocado Salad
This shrimp and avocado salad with kale is the perfect light lunch or dinner, and it’s a great way to get your veggies in too. This salad is low carb, packed with fiber and it’s great for a packed lunch or eat-at-home dinner.
2. Green Lemon Pineapple Smoothie
Sip lots of kale with this refreshing green lemon pineapple smoothie. It has a powerful combination of fruits and greens to give you that extra push any time of the day, and the good news is, you won’t even taste the kale.
3. Creamy Kale and Mushroom Pasta
Try this creamy kale and mushroom pasta for dinner tonight. It can be made with or without dairy, and it’s creamy either way. Serve this with a green side salad and some crunchy garlic bread. Want more protein? Toss in some grilled chicken cut into bite-sized pieces.
4. Kale Blueberry Smoothie
This kale blueberry smoothie is a fantastic way to work some greens into your morning breakfast or an afternoon snack on the go. It’s a nutrient-dense smoothie that will help fill you up and keep you energized.
5. Kale And Orange Salad
This kale and orange salad combines dark leafy greens with refreshing citrus for a wonderful end-of-summer salad you’ll truly enjoy. Add to it a fresh grapefruit vinaigrette and you have a salad you’ll want a second helping of.
6. Baby Kale Pasta
If you don’t think you like kale, give this baby kale pasta a try. The bacon adds so much flavor that you can’t help but love the kale, too. Serve this with a side salad, a bowl of soup, or just some crunchy garlic bread to round out the meal.
7. Baby Kale Salad
This baby kale salad is a great blend of savory flavors and textures. The bacon, fresh tomatoes, and eggs all come together with the kale and a delicious dressing to make a lunch or dinner you’ll want to make again and again.
9. Shrimp And Kale Salad
Shrimp lovers will enjoy this shrimp and kale salad. It’s a delicate salad full of fiber, lean protein, and healthy fats. It makes a great lunch or dinner, and is great paired with some crackers or garlic bread.
10. Kale Salad
If you don’t mind massaging some kale, this simple kale salad is one you won’t want to miss. You won’t even need dressing with this one because the avocado and other ingredients become the dressing. This could be the salad that helps you fall in love with kale.
11. Red Cabbage Pasta
This red cabbage pasta has Thai flavors thanks to the peanut butter. You’ll get a nice combination of cabbage and kale with pasta and a creamy sauce that pulls it all together. Leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
12. Baby Kale Quinoa Salad
This baby kale quinoa salad has a sweet and savory blend of flavors thanks to kale, apples, quinoa, and walnuts, along with a delicious dressing. It packs easily for lunch, or add some protein and serve it for dinner.
13. Hummus Wraps
These hummus wraps are convenient, great for a portable meal, and taste great every time. The hummus and avocado will keep you full, and the flavors are fantastic. Enjoy this with a bowl of soup or green salad on the side.
14. Sweet Potato Irish Colcannon
If you’ve ever had traditional Irish Colcannon, you’ll appreciate the upgrade in this sweet potato Irish colcannon. It’s honestly so much better than the stuff made with white potatoes, and it’s better for you, too. Grab a spoon and dig in.
15. Baby Kale Recipe with Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes
This baby kale recipe is for you dedicated kale lovers. It’s earthy, strongly flavored, peppery, and just so…. kale-like. With garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, the flavors of this veggie side dish will definitely stay with you for a while. In a good way.
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