The first Wednesday in October marks National Kale Day and in honor of this healthy holiday, these tasty dishes are a great way to celebrate. From cheesy kale chips to healthy kale scones, these delicious recipes showcase the vegetable's versatity.
Kale has been making a huge impact in the health-focused consumer market. It has become the alternative ingredient in many dishes. This tasty veggie appears in vegan mac and cheeses, vegetarian tofu tacos and Irish-styled fast food burgers.
In recent years, there has been a dramatic and health-conscious shift in the food industry which makes National Kale Day a wonderful excuse to try new dishes. The leafy green veggie can be used in a smoothie or a salad and it can even be used to create crispy chips. With so many versatile dishes to try, kale is catering to each consumer's personal desires.
21 Creative Kale Meals
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Bountiful Protein-Filled Boxes
Kupfert & Kim's Oaxaca Bowl is Packed with Premium Ingredients
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Simple Green Juice Recipes
This Spring Countdown Drink Gets Your Body into Great Shape for Summer
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Superfood Kale Pizzas
This Healthy Green Pizza Features Garlic Kale Topped with Chicken
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Kale Quiche Recipes
Very Culinary's Healthy Breakfast Recipe is a Fresh Twist on a Morning Classic
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Vegan Mac and Cheese
This Spicy Butternut Squash Pasta Recipe is Also Gluten and Nut-Free
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Leafy Green Chips
Eat Thrive Glow's Recipe for Homemade Chips is Made with Beet Leaves
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Vegetarian Tofu Tacos
This Meatless Taco Recipe Incorporates Black Sesame For a Fun Twist
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Crispy Kale Chips
These Kale Crips are a Healthy Alternative to Traditional Savory Snacks
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Healthy Vegetarian Poutine
Fresh Restaurant Puts a Green Spin on a Canadian Dish
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Healthy Kale Scones
These Veggie Scones Make a Delicious Snack Featuring Pecorino Cheese
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Spicy Kale Chips
These Curried Coconut Kale Chips Make the Perfect Superfood Snack
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Seasoned Snack Alternatives
This Kale Chips Recipe Creates a Healthy Salt and Vinegar Flavor
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Gluten-Free Breakfast Casseroles
This Sausage and Kale Strata Recipe Incorporates Waffles
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Deep-Fried Kale Clusters
This Deep-Fried Food Turns Kale into an Unhealthy Treat
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Kale Chickpea Spreads
This Recipe for Kale and Roasted Garlic Hummus has Added Green Power
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Convenient Seasoned Kale Chips
These Trader Joe's Kale Chips Are a Great Snack While on the Go
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Kale BLT Dips
This Appetizer Recipe from How Sweet It Is Makes a Great Memorial Day Snack
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Kale Hummus Recipes
Oh My Veggies Serves Up a Superfood Spread That's Healthy and Delicious
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Kale-Topped Gnocchi Dishes
This Gnocchi Recipe is a Variation on the Classic Macaroni and Cheese
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Cheesy Kale Chips
These Healthy Vegetable Chips Feature a Delicious Cheese Coating
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