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Watercress might behaving a moment, but that doesnt mean kale recipes are something to snooze on.
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Food trends come and go, but that leafy green is here to stay.
After all, theres just so much you might do with it.
Weve compiled a list of 25 kale recipes to help spark your kitchen creativitythey span from breakfast to dessert.
These ideas are delicious, unique, and bound to pull you out of your leafy green rut.
We promise you wont get bored of the hearty vegetable.
Then blend with olive oil, dried basil, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan.
A creamy sauce to pour over your favorite pasta for a hearty and deliciousweeknight dinner.
Kale SoupfromLove and Lemons
Add this kale soup to your Instant Pot recipe rotation.
Roast some crusty bread for homemade croutons to give the dish a crunchy bite.
Kale Cupcakes With Orange IcingfromVeggie Desserts
Kale makes an excellent substitute for traditional food dye.
Toss the cooked leafy green into a blender to make a puree.
Then its as simple as throwing it into your pastry batter.
Then top the pie off with creamy mozzarella cheese, fresh arugula, chopped almonds, and sliced radishes.
Use this recipe for a special dinner with your friendstheyll love its tender crust and savory add-ons.
Serve the warm spread with toasted bread, crunchy crackers, or crispy tortilla chips.
Toss in some coconut flakes, carrots, edamame, andscrambled eggsfor extra flavor.
Serve it with crusty garlic bread or a refreshing arugula salad.
It swaps heavy cream and cheddar with almond milk andnutritional yeastto provide that smooth and savory taste.
Its the perfect cozy dish for when the weather cools down.
Dont forget the dollops of goat cheese for a creamy finish.
If youre looking for a tasty handheld appetizer for a dinner party, save this recipe.
Its the perfect baking project to try out when youre in the mood for a savory pastry.
Theyre made with pesto to give them extra flavor and are baked low and slow for that amazing crunch.
Serve them with a side of your favorite dip or on a charcuterie board.
Kale Chickpea Salad With Lemon VinaigrettefromBakerita
Drizzle lemon vinaigrette dressing on this refreshing kale salad.
To make it more filling, toss in some roasted chickpeas and pistachios for extra crunch and protein.
For some creamy bites, scoop on some ripe avocado.
Slice this savory and creamy galette up for a warm and comforting lunch or dinner.
Itll keep you satisfied thanks to the protein in the legumes.
Then get creative with how you eat it.
Toss it into a salad with other fixings like pumpkin seeds and a vinaigrette.
Or stuff it into a breakfast taco with warm tortillas and salsa.
Kale PestofromA Couple of Cooks
Take a classic pesto recipe and add some kale for extra heartiness.
Then comes the fun part: the toppings.
Butternut Squash Kale and Goat Cheese QuichefromA Saucy Kitchen
Kale deserves a spot at your next brunch.
Pair these crisps with some hummus or onion dip for extra creamy and tasty bites.
