Healthy Kale Recipes

Kale is so chock-full of vitamins it's considered a super food. Eat more of this hearty, leafy green in these healthy recipes from Food Network chefs.

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Kale and Apple Salad

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. A little pecorino goes a long way in giving this nutritious salad a satisfying depth of flavor.

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Kale Chips

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

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Spicy Kale and Corn Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Superfood kale and sweet corn create a duo rich in vitamin A. The pepper Jack cheese adds tons of spice, but if spicy's not your thing, try a milder cheese.

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Kale and Artichoke Dip

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.

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Pasta, Kale and White Bean Soup

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

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Kale Caesar Salad

Upgrade your traditional Caesar salad by swapping out lettuce for kale two ways: raw and roasted.

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Healthified Kale and Portobello Lasagna

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

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Kale and Tomato Eggs Benedict

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

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Grilled Chicken with Roasted Kale

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!

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Kale and Pistachio Pesto Spaghetti

Kale adds a rich earthy note and brilliant green color to this hearty pesto. This recipe makes about 1-1 1/2 cups pesto, which would also be good on fish, chicken, pork, or steak.

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Spicy Parmesan Green Beans and Kale

Red pepper flakes give this tasty dish the perfect amount of spice; a sprinkle of Parmesan adds just enough nutty, salty flavor.

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Lentil Soup with Kale and Sausage

Make a pot of this hearty soup on a weekend and enjoy the leftovers during the week; the flavor will even better after a couple of days in the refrigerator.

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Turkey, Kale and Brown Rice Soup

Giada's fill-you-up, warm-you-up soup is loaded with lean ground turkey, whole grains and plenty of vegetables.

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