Kale Yeah! 5 Kale Recipes That Prove Eating Healthy Can Be Delicious

By Jenn Segal

Kale isn’t just for rabbits or the super health-conscious. When prepared just right, kale can be as good tasting as it is good for you. These kale recipes will prove it!

Spaghetti with Kale & Walnut Pesto

From my cookbook, this winter-friendly twist on pesto pasta is one of my go-to weeknight dinner recipes. I can get it on the table in 25 minutes max, and it’s a great way to sneak in some healthy greens.
Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad with Walnuts, Parmesan & Lemon-Mustard Dressing

Made with crisp power greens, toasted walnuts, chunks of Parmesan and a lemony Dijon dressing — this salad tastes like a healthful, crunchy Caesar. Be prepared to love it, even if you’re not a kale or Brussels sprout person.
Maple Sesame Kale Chips

If you’re looking for a healthy yet crave-worthy snack, look no further than these crispy kale chips. They’re salty, sweet and spicy — and the sesame seeds add nutty flavor and heft.
Kale Salad with Ginger Peanut Dressing

This colorful slaw combines earthy kale, crunchy veggies and toasted almonds in a creamy ginger-peanut dressing. Healthy never tasted so good!
Kale, Apple and Pancetta Salad

Made with shredded kale, radicchio, crisp pancetta, tart apples, pecans and a zingy maple vinaigrette, this salad touches all your taste sensations.