kale

Perfectly portable for a potluck or a straight-to-table trip from the oven, this creamy kale and sausage pasta dish is hearty, filling and great for leftovers.

It’s totally possible to cook a deeply flavorful, wholly satisfying soup in half an hour! This recipe makes it incredibly easy to achieve.

Plenty of protein, a serving of veggies, slices of fruit and even a little spice – this hearty hash covers all of your nutritional bases while delivering plenty of flavor.

Save yourself some time in the kitchen and craft a delicious dish with an ingredient that's already sitting in your fridge.

A riff on the uber-popular Golden Latte, the warm, turmeric-infused sipper, this savory rice bowl made with a base of cauliflower rice also takes its golden hue from the famed anti-inflammatory spice.

Inspired by the traditional Greek soup known as avgolemono, our version of this warming dish uses brown rice rather than the typical orzo. We’ve also added kale for a boost of color and added fiber.

Za'atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend of savory dried herbs like oregano or thyme, and earthy spices like cumin, coriander and sumac. Here, we use it as rub over salmon and roast it for an incredibly flavorful recipe that your family will want to keep on repeat.

If you haven’t tried millet yet, we highly recommend this nutty, gluten-free grain as a staple ingredient to have in your pantry. Here, we combine it with kale, navy beans and eggs for a salad with staying power.

Hearty root vegetables stand in for regular spuds in this breakfast hash with kale. Make it fresh in the morning, or make it entirely in advance – just reheat in a skillet and cook the eggs right before serving for a speedy meal.

With chunks of wild salmon and fresh, nutritious kale, these gluten-free curry bowls are on the table in 30 minutes.

Lacinato kale, also called Tuscan or dinosaur kale, is widely used in Italian cuisine and packed with vitamins. It creates a sturdy salad that will hold up in the fridge much longer than those made with delicate lettuces.

Hearty greens are tossed with roasted sweet potatoes and sweet Italian sausage in this easy salad. You can make all the elements in advance and simply assemble and toss in the vinaigrette right before serving.

Elevate simple chicken breasts by coating them in a mixture of ground pecans and serving with warm sautéed kale.

This seasonal smoothie is both warming and refreshing — the perfect way to start a chilled winter day with a nutrition boost.

This salad is filling and packed with an array of flavors and textures. The warming ginger dressing is the perfect complement to protein-packed chicken, tangy feta and crunchy pecans.

Squash stands in for lasagna noodles in this hearty, vegan-friendly dish that makes both ricotta and béchamel out of cauliflower.

Not only is clean-up minimal with this one-pot chicken dish, but you can freeze it and simply reheat and eat so you spend less time in the kitchen and more time doing the things you love.

Simple one-pan meals can be your best friend when you're preparing for the week ahead. Filled with hearty kale and earthy mushrooms this frittata cooks up a satisfying meal that you can feed you for most of the week.

In this easy meal, a fragrant curry simmers while the rice steam-cooks over top. Garnish with cilantro.

Beautiful beets and crispy chickpeas not only elevate this kale salad, they can be made in advance so you can quickly assemble it when ready.

This chicken quinoa soup is loaded with energizing bites of chicken breast, protein-packed quinoa, and plenty of fresh vegetables, cooked in a rich chicken broth seasoned with red pepper flakes.

Maple-roasted pears and cashews adorn this hearty kale salad with chicken and a rich buttermilk dressing.

Dark leafy greens, sautéed with onions, raisins and garlic pair beautifully with meaty cauliflower steaks for a hearty and satisfying plant-based meal.

These mushroom-and-quinoa-stuffed mini pumpkins contain all of the flavors of fall. With savory herbs and a hint of tart-sweetness from dried cranberries, these adorable little stuffed pumpkins will be the hit of your next fall gathering!

Our peri peri-roasted chicken employs Portuguese cooking techniques but uses African ingredients. You'll love the tangy, spicy sauce served alongside sweet potatoes and kale.

This textured, complex salad is lightly dressed with our sweet and pungent Russian dressing, but feel free to add a little more if you like. Fennel gives it a gentle licorice note, while the Parmesan adds a satisfying umami touch. Don’t skip the Crispy Quinoa Topper, it adds a crunch that you won’t want to miss.

This frittata is filled with yummy, good-for-you green veggies — asparagus, green onions and baby mixed greens — for a super healthy meal.

In spite of its ungainly appearance, chaga mushroom has a light vanilla flavor, and provides powerful antibacterial, anti-allergy, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and heart-protective benefits.

This rustic-style stew contains hearty cannellini beans and turkey sausage for a filling meal.

This bowl packs a little of everything for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner that will keep your taste buds guessing with every single bite.

A sprinkling of Za’atar, an aromatic Middle Eastern blend of herbs and spices, gives these baked pita chips addictive flavor without the need for a ton of oil or salt.

Crispy, flaky layers of phyllo dough are stuffed with a hearty, vegetable-rich filling and feta. Impressively, this recipe folds in an entire bunch of tender kale, making it a great way to sneak in an extra serving of vegetables any time of day.

To keep your prep quick, here we roast the salmon at the same time as red grapes - and we do it all on one baking sheet for quick cleanup. The cooked fruit gives the salad a sweet-tart tang that balances the richness of the cheese and fish. Sprouts or microgreens make a nice garnish on this dish.

Sweet strudels tend to steal the spotlight, but it's time to take this flaky pastry to the savory side. We've used a store-bought phyllo dough for the easiest prep – look for it in the freezer section of your supermarket. To keep the pastry sheets from drying out and make them easier to handle, cover them with a damp towel when not in use.

A cheesy quinoa crust makes a delicious, higher-protein swap for the 
traditional flour and butter quiche crust. Swap out the Tuscan kale 
in the filling for baby kale or spinach if you prefer a milder flavor.

Apple cider and Dijon mustard give this chicken dish the ultimate sweet-and-savory 
flavor, while a colorful mix of kale, carrots and parsnips makes it extra-hearty and 
nutritious. To save money, buy skin-on chicken thighs and simply remove the skin yourself.

We’re always on the lookout for fresh new ways to enjoy kale, and this twist on 
pesto might just be our favorite yet! Here, we’ve layered it into a veggie-packed 
lasagna as a fun, nutrient-rich alternative to tomato sauce.

A traditional English dish, bubble and squeak was created as a way to use up Sunday's mashed potatoes along with just about any other leftover veggies. 
We put a healthy, Indian-inspired spin on the classic with these potato and kale patties subtly spiced with a blend of ginger and curry powder.

Creamy, zesty and filled with good-for-you greens, these lobster bites are the ultimate summer appetizer or snack. Serve with a warmed all-natural jarred tomato sauce on the side for dipping. For a kick of heat, try adding a pinch of ground cayenne pepper to the mixture.

Millet has a mild, corn-like flavor and fluffy texture that’s perfect for hearty grain bowls. The quick-cooking ancient grain is rich in iron, B-complex vitamins and calcium. If you can’t find it, just double the quinoa. Tuscan kale is much more tender and sweet than common curly kale, which makes it a great candidate for enjoying raw.

Light and refreshing lemon dressing pairs with savory goat cheese and antioxidant rich beets in this superfood salad.

Tender vegetables pair perfectly with oven-baked salmon and crispy kale in this flavorful and bright salad. Top it off with a sprinkle of feta cheese for just the right touch of creaminess.

This lighter take on chili is made without tomatoes, leaving room for fiber-rich greens. We’ve kept the spices mild to please many palates, but you can easily add more chile powder if you prefer a spicier dish – here at the CE office, we love this meal smothered in hot sauce!

In our ultimate energizing lunch or dinner bowl, protein- and fiber-packed spiced lentils are tossed with tender butternut squash and topped with a gorgeous pile of antioxidant-rich kale and bell peppers.

Our healthy take on chicken soup will have you feeling better in no time.

Quick-braising can be an ideal method 
for cooking cool-weather greens, but 
make sure to select sturdy varieties such 
as kale, collards and escarole. Here, 
fiber-rich kale is simmered with broth 
and caramelized shallots.

This flavorful Kale Barley Soup Recipe only takes a total of 30 minutes before you can dive in.

This nutrient-packed Root Vegetable–Baked Quinoa 
with Kale & Goat Cheese Recipe will keep your energy levels soaring as a part of your Clean Eating meal plan.

"This particular recipe is a favorite of mine to make 
for my daughter when I want to do something decadent but also nutritious for her. It's so delicious that it makes her unafraid of vegetables." – Erin McKenna

Clean Eating reader Naomi Granger submitted this delicious and detoxifying beet smoothie recipe. The addition of citrus adds a punch of flavor and vitamin C, helping to boost your immunity as winter approaches.

Greet fall with this hearty salad layered in a Mason jar for easy transporting. 
For extra flavor and vibrant color, we’ve simmered the quinoa with beets.

This plant-based version of lettuce wraps introduces crisp and refreshing cucumber noodles. A sweet-tart peanut sauce is drizzled inside the wrap and also used as a flavorful dip.

The fresh crunch of beets and kale pairs wonderfully with this creamy homemade avocado dressing. Adjust the amount of honey, salt or black pepper to your taste. If you’d like more color, use both red and golden beets.

This Tunisian-style recipe features the flavors and health benefits of Mediterranean-style dining. While tomatoes figure prominently in the original dish, we've added chickpeas and kale for a clean-eating twist.

The ultimate anti-aging memory food, blueberries contain compounds that help brain neurons communicate more effectively.

Nutrient powerhouses butternut squash and kale add both color and flavor to this creamy, cheesy slow-cooker lasagna.

Baking fish in parchment paper, a quick-cooking method, gently preserves the fish's tenderness while capturing its flavor. Top it with a cool cucumber salsa.

Fresh dill and Dijon pack this turkey scallopine with mouthwatering flavor, while kale provides both a fiber and antioxidant boost. It's a balanced meal with less than 200 calories per serving!

Kale puts a new spin on your classic caesar salad, with a lightened-up (but equally garlicky!) dressing and ample protein to boot.