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28 creative ways with kale

We reckon kale has been given a bad rap - try these tasty recipes and learn to love it.

It seems like the only vegetable anyone talks about these days is kale – and maybe avocado. But there’s more to this versatile vegie than just being the trendiest, leafiest green around: packed with vitamins and minerals, this wonderfully delicious ingredient will add a crispy top to soups, blend blissfully into smoothies and give a delicious crunch to plenty of roasted dinners.

It’s so delightful, you won’t even notice that you’re doing your body the world of good. And that is definitely a bandwagon we can jump on.

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Slow-cooker lamb with kale and pomegranate

Slow-cooker lamb with kale and pomegranate

This sweet, meltingly-tender lamb recipe makes a show-stopping dinner-party dish.

Greenola served in a melon with pear and kiwi.

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Healthy ‘greenola’ granola with kale and spirulina

Healthy ‘greenola’ granola with kale and spirulina

Set yourself up for long-lasting energy and a nutrient boost with this nut and seed granola, supercharged with mineral-rich kale and spirulina.

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Kale chips

Kale chips

This simple recipe for baked kale chips is simply the best. With only 3 ingredients, they turn out crispy for a great homemade snack.

Pizza recipes

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Salami, ricotta and kale pizza

Salami, ricotta and kale pizza

Express pizza dough, mild salami, creamy ricotta and fresh kale come together as the perfect combination for this easy homemade pizza recipe.

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Kale and spinach spanakopitas

Kale and spinach spanakopitas

A classic family favourite, this filo-crusted spinach and fetta pie is eaten throughout Greece. We’ve added kale, for an extra nutrient boost.

Prawn, kale and chickpea tabbouleh

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Prawn, kale, and chickpea tabbouleh

Prawn, kale, and chickpea tabbouleh

This kale tabbouleh recipe is a fun twist on the original and is loaded with brain-healthy ingredients. From omega-rich prawn, to mineral-dense kale and burghul – this delicious tabbouleh recipe has it all!

winter vegetable sauté with prosciutto and hazelnuts

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Winter vegetable sauté with prosciutto and hazelnuts

A healthy and warming winter vegetable sauté with prosciutto and hazelnuts.

Quinoa recipes

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Green quinoa with sesame eggs

This delicious green quinoa with sesame eggs dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Full of health boosting superfoods, and fresh delicious flavours – you simply can’t go wrong!

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Warm potato and broad bean salad with bacon and feta

This warm potato and broad bean salad with bacon and feta is warm but wonderfully fresh, combining lovely spring ingredients to create a healthy meal for lunch or dinner.

Turkey and kale lasagne recipe

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Low-carb turkey and kale lasagne

Low-carb turkey and kale lasagne

This Italian comfort food favourite uses lean ground turkey mince making it healthy alternative for everyone!

Barley Risotto with Wilted Kale

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Barley risotto with wilted kale

Barley risotto with wilted kale

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Chicken, asparagus and kale caesar

A cracking chicken, asparagus and kale caesar salad with a healthy twist!

kale pizza crust recipe

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Kale pizza with smoked salmon and avocado

A delicious low carb kale pizza crust recipe topped with smoked salmon and avocado, rich in protein and beneficial fats for a health-conscious spin.

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Breakfast salad with poached eggs and kale pesto

Cereal’s out – salad’s are in. Try this fresh take on breakfast with poached eggs and a refreshing kale pesto.

vegetable soup recipes

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Broccoli and kale soup with lemon creme fraiche

Broccoli and kale soup with lemon creme fraiche

Get your nutritious vegies while you warm your body and soul.

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One-pan pork & almond meatballs with kale & broccolini

One-pan pork & almond meatballs with kale & broccolini

Save the washing up by creating a nutritious meal in one pan with these pork and almond meatballs flavoured with tarragon and a creamy mustard sauce.

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Pea and kale fritters with smoked salmon

Topped with lemon yoghurt and delicious flakes of hot smoked salmon, these pea and kale fritters are a tasty way to pack more veggies into your day.

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Eggplant, kale and lentil salad

This delicious eggplant, kale and lentil salad is packed full of flavour and textures, proving that healthy lunches don’t have to taste boring. You’ll love the combination of flavours and sweet pomegranate dressing.

Kale and quinoa frittata

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Kale and quinoa frittata

This kale and quinoa frittata recipe is featured in Dr Joanna McMillan’s book – Brain Food. This dish is an excellent way to load up on healthy green veggies, loaded with Vitamin A and caretenoids for eye health.

kale salad with creamy zucchini dressing

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Kale salad with creamy zucchini dressing

Kale salad with creamy zucchini dressing

parsnip soup with kale chips

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Parsnip soup with kale chips

Parsnip soup with kale chips

SAUSAGE, KALE AND Fried eggs

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Sausage, kale and fried egg

Sausage, kale and fried eggs

Kale and walnut tarts

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Kale and walnut tarts

Kale and walnut tarts

Grilled pork with quinoa and kale salad

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Grilled pork with quinoa and kale salad

Grilled pork with quinoa and kale salad

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Bacon, mushroom and kale risotto

Bacon, mushroom and kale risotto

summer pasta ideas

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Kale, chilli and parmesan pasta

Kale, chilli and parmesan pasta

Peppered lamb with kale and chickpeas

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Peppered lamb with kale and chickpeas

Peppered lamb with kale and chickpeas

brown rice and kale stir-fry

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Brown rice and kale stir-fry

Brown rice and kale stir-fry

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