13 Healthy Kale Recipes That Are Packed with Flavor

If the thought of adding more kale to your diet sounds like a chore, think again. Eating kale (and, actually, even growing kale) is pretty simple and satisfying. Learn how to store your leafy greens, and enjoy them in smoothies, pesto and a whole lot more. Antioxidant-rich kale is even better for you when eaten raw. Thin strips are softened in a light lemon dressing, then tossed with the savory-sweet blend of apple, dates, almonds and cheese in this simple salad. A little pecorino goes a long way in giving the dish a satisfying depth of flavor.

Giada's hearty, warming soup is loaded with lean ground turkey, whole grains and plenty of vegetables.

Save money by making your own trendy, healthy snacks! The addition of garlic makes these chips even tastier.

This has all the warm creamy goodness of party-favorite spinach artichoke dip, but with far fewer calories and fat. Kale adds heartiness and packs in a variety of nutrients — it's one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat.

You won't even notice you're upping your veggie intake with this delicious comfort food favorite. This lasagna relies on low-fat cheese to lessen its fat content; kale and portobello mushrooms add flavor and fiber.

Try a new twist on eggs Benedict. This recipe is easy, healthful and delicious. A lighter sauce replaces the traditional hollandaise; you can make it in the blender for a fuss-free yet fancy breakfast or brunch.

A little bit of bacon goes a long way — you need only a small amount to add smoky flavor to this hearty, kale-packed soup.

Load up on your greens in this easy weeknight dinner. Roasting the veggies makes the kale crispy and the potatoes tender — a contrast sure to delight!

Kale adds a rich earthy note and brilliant green color to this hearty pesto. While the pesto is great on spaghetti, it would also go well with fish, chicken, pork or steak.