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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Baked Rigatoni with Sausage

Lemon Spaghetti with Shrimp

Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

Broccoli Gratin

Carbonara Stuffed Potatoes with Crispy Pancetta

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Healthy Kale Recipes

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Kale and Apple Salad

Kale Chips

Spicy Kale and Corn Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Kale and Artichoke Dip

Pasta, Kale and White Bean Soup

Kale Caesar Salad

Healthified Kale and Portobello Lasagna

Kale and Tomato Eggs Benedict

Grilled Chicken with Roasted Kale

Kale and Pistachio Pesto Spaghetti

Spicy Parmesan Green Beans and Kale

Lentil Soup with Kale and Sausage

Turkey, Kale and Brown Rice Soup

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