Celebrate National Kale Day in Style
As you may know, October first has been deemed as National Kale Day. This day is aimed at increasing kale consumption, and we’re all for eating more veggies! Kale is jam-packed with nutrients, so why not try one of these great recipes tonight?
via Cheryl Style
These versatile patties can be served with sautéed veggies for a complete dinner. Quinoa is a grain very high in protein, so no need for meat with this dish!
2. Kale, barley and feta salad with honey-lemon vinaigrette
via Sweet Peas and Safron
This delicious salad is great to bring to work as the hearty kale will keep you full right through to dinner! You can also dress it earlier as kale stands up better to liquid than most lettuces do.
via Culinary Hill
Another yummy hearty meal for chilly fall evenings, this white bean soup is sure to please!
4. Ginger, beef, mushroom, and kale stir fry
via Gimme Some Oven
Just look at the yum factor. How can you resist?
5. Baby kale, mozzarella, and egg bake
via Kalyn’s Kitchen
Kale? For breakfast? Why not! Kale cooks down just like spinach so it makes a great addition to breakfast bakes and omelettes.
via Cooking Classy
This twist on the classic minestrone incorporates more veggies and packs a nutritional punch. It also makes great quick leftovers for weekday lunches.
via The Roasted Root
Kale makes a tasty and nutritious addition to traditional hummus!
8. Sweet potato, kale and shrimp skillet
via Primavera Kitchen
Ready in 30 minutes and in one skillet? Sign us up!
9. Kale stuffed portabella mushrooms
via Oh My Veggies
This veggie-filled dish works well as either an appetizer or side dish. You can also BBQ them if you’d like!
10. Simple kale and black bean burritos
via Cookie and Kate
These meatless burritos are a great twist on tradition and are packed with nutrients.
So…have we tempted you? Go ahead and try some kale tonight!
