This collection of tasty ways to eat more kale is long overdue!
Let’s take your outlook from “Kale?” to “KALE YEAH!!!” with delicious recipes that will change the way you think about this healthy veggie!
I’ll cut right to the chase: today we’re gonna eat kale.
AND. LOVE. IT.
Wait… don’t run!
Normally I’d be a bit self conscious about my gratuitous use of kale but today this gorgeous green veggie is going to take center stage. While it can be downright painful to eat if prepared/served incorrectly, the recipes below are guaranteed to rock your face.
You’ll be team “KALE YEAH!!!” before you know it!
10 Tasty Ways to Eat More Kale
Below you’ll find options that are a mix of t-rex, vegetarian, vegan, paleo, and gluten-free. There’s something for everyone here! I’ve kale-ified everything from salads to sweet potatoes to pizza and I wouldn’t have it any other way!
1. Chopped Greek Kale Salad
KALE YEAH! Chopped Greek Kale Salad with a healthy homemade Greek dressing you’ll want to put on everything! Tender kale makes a great base for all your favorite veggies.
2. Cheesy Kale Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Fluffy sweet potatoes topped with luscious creamed kale and a medley of cheeses. We’re totally obsessed with this easy cheesy stuffed spud!
3. Tropical Mango Kale Smoothie
Shake up your smoothie routine with this gorgeous green smoothie. Boasting 2 cups of kale, this Tropical Mango Kale Smoothie is nutrient-packed and full of tasty tropical flavor!
4. Healthy Quinoa Salad with Kale
This Healthy Quinoa Salad is packed with massaged kale, colorful vegetables, and tossed in an easy peasy whisk-and-pour Mediterranean dressing. I cannot WAIT for y’all to try this superfood salad!
5. Spicy Cayenne Kale Chips
These Spicy Cayenne Kale Chips are always scarfed in record time! They’re crazy easy and totally tasty with my trick for ultra-crispy kale chips!
6. Roasted Garlic Kale Pesto and Veggie Pasta
This is not your grandma’s pesto. This is also not one of those “throw it in the food processor and call it pesto” pestos. There will be plenty of that later, but planning out a few easy steps in the beginning will take this green goodness to garlicky pesto perfection!
7. Strawberry Kale Salad
This lean, green, strawberry kale salad is just what you need to beat the heat this summer. Quick, easy, and downright delicious, this superfood salad is loaded with nutrients!
8. Cheesy Broccoli Kale Pesto Pizza
This cheesy broccoli kale pesto pizza uses store bought flatbread for a fast and flavorful personal pizza, perfect for busy weekdays! Skip the sandwich and serve them up for lunch alongside a cup of your favorite soup or a leafy green salad. Or dinner! Or even breakfast if you’re feeling rebellious!
9. Pesto Pasta with Roasted Butternut Squash and Kale
Tender penne pasta tossed with fresh pesto, roasted butternut squash, baby kale, and parmesan cheese… This healthy Pesto Pasta with Roasted Butternut Squash and Kale is uber easy and full of flavor!
10. Cheesy Kale, Mushroom, and Rice Casserole
This Cheesy Kale, Mushroom, and Rice Casserole is a great gateway recipe for anyone who wants to try kale. It’s easy, cheesy comfort food for a cold day! Don’t let the amateur photos deter you (hellooo embarassing!) – this recipe is oh so tasty and a total crowd-pleaser around here!
More Killer Kale Recipes:
- Cranberry Kale Quinoa Salad with Candied Pecans and Feta
- Baller Broccoli Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing
- Garlic Parmesan Kale Pasta by Budget Bytes
- Roasted Butternut Squash with Kale and Cranberries
- Kale Pesto
- Kale Caesar Salad with Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
So what are you waiting for?
Hopefully these tasty ways to eat more kale inspired you to KALE it in the kitchen!