Index
A
acorn squash
Fall Harvest Kale Salad, 85
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
apples
Green Apple Ginger Smoothie, 25
artichoke hearts
Shrimp, Artichoke Heart, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pizza, 163–64
asparagus
Chilled Asparagus and Leek Soup, 115
Green Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Avocado, and Kale Pesto, 87
avocados
Beet and Kale Slaw Salad, 83
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
Classic Guacamole with Kale, 185
Green Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Avocado, and Kale Pesto, 87
Kale and Chickpea Salad, 91
Pear Avocado Ginger Smoothie, 35
Poached Egg over Sautéed Kale, 39
Southwest Baby Kale Salad, 105
Superfood Breakfast Tacos, 45
B
baby kale, 11
Fall Harvest Kale Salad, 85
Southwest Baby Kale Salad, 105
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
bananas
Blueberry Superfood Smoothie, 21
Green Apple Ginger Smoothie, 25
Mango Matcha Green Tea Smoothie, 29
Orange Creamsicle Kale Stem Smoothie, 31
Peach and Kale Stem Smoothie, 33
Pear Avocado Ginger Smoothie, 35
Piña Colada Smoothie, 37
Barbecue Black Bean, Kale, and Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers, 139
basil
Basil Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette, 89
basmati brown rice (See also rice, brown)
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
beans, black
Barbecue Black Bean, Kale, and Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers, 139
Chicken and Kale Burrito Bowls, 145
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Southwest Baby Kale Salad, 105
Superfood Breakfast Tacos, 45
beans, cannellini. see beans, white
beans, garbanzo. see chickpeas
beans, green
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
Cauliflower and Kale Yellow Curry, 143
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
beans, pinto
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
beans, white
Kale and White Bean Soup, 127
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
White Bean Kale Dip, 199
Beet and Kale Slaw Salad with Tahini-Orange Dressing, 83
beets
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
Beet and Kale Slaw Salad, 83
Roasted Beet and Fig Massaged Kale Salad, 101–2
Roasted Beet, Walnut, and Kale Pesto, 193
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
Zesty Kale Slaw, 75
bell peppers. see peppers, green; peppers, red
black beans. see beans, black
black olives (See also kalamata olives)
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
blackberries
Blackened Salmon with Garlicy Cajun Kale, 141
blanching kale, 11
blue cheese. see cheese, blue
blueberries
Blueberry Superfood Smoothie, 21
Creamy Blueberry Vinaigrette, 93–94
braising kale, 12
bread
Buttery, Crispy, Sautéed Kale Crostini with Beet and Kale Pesto, 57
breadcrumbs
Zucchini, Kale, and Leek Fritters with Yogurt Dipping Sauce, 77–78
broccoli
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
brown rice. see rice, brown
Brussels sprouts
Thai Chicken Chopped Salad, 107–8
burgers
Barbecue Black Bean, Kale, and Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers, 139
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
burritos
Chicken and Kale Burrito Bowls, 145
Sweet Potato Veggie Burritos with Coconut Curry Sauce, 173
Buttermilk Parsley Salad Dressing, 179
butternut squash
Butternut Squash and Kale Chili, 113
Buttery, Crispy, Sautéed Kale Crostini with Beet and Kale Pesto, 57
C
cabbage
Zesty Kale Slaw, 75
Cajun Seasoning, 141
cannellini beans. see beans, white
caponata
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
caramelized onions
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
carrots
Beet and Kale Slaw Salad, 83
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
Thai Chicken Chopped Salad, 107–8
Zesty Kale Slaw, 75
casserole
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
cauliflower
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
Cauliflower and Kale Yellow Curry, 143
Spanish Cauliflower “Rice,” 67
celery
Kale and White Bean Soup, 127
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
Charmoula Sauce, 181
Eggplant, Kale, and Chickpea Tacos with Charmoula Sauce, 151
cheddar cheese. see cheese, cheddar
cheese, blue
Roasted Beet and Fig Massaged Kale Salad, 101–2
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
cheese, cheddar
Cheddar Kale Skillet Cornbread, 61
Zucchini, Kale, and Leek Fritters with Yogurt Dipping Sauce, 77–78
Zucchini, Kale, and Sage Frittata, 47
cheese, feta
Green Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Avocado, and Kale Pesto, 87
Grilled Kale, Peach, and Corn Salad, 89
Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad, 97
cheese, goat
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
cheese, gouda
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Roasted Beet, Walnut, and Kale Pesto, 193
Savory Cheesy Kale Pancakes, 43
cheese, jack
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers, 65
Zucchini, Kale, and Sage Frittata, 47
cheese, mozzarella
Buttery, Crispy, Sautéed Kale Crostini with Beet and Kale Pesto, 57
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
Shrimp, Artichoke Heart, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pizza, 163–64
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza, 153–54
cheese, parmesan
Cheesy Mashed Yams, 55
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
cheese, pepper jack
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
cheese, ricotta
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Cheesy Mashed Yams, 55
chevre. see cheese, goat
chicken
Chicken and Kale Burrito Bowls, 145
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
Lemony Braised Chicken and Kale, 159
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
Thai Chicken Chopped Salad, 107–8
Thai Coconut Soup with Brown Rice and Chicken, 133
chickpeas
Butternut Squash and Kale Chili, 113
Eggplant, Kale, and Chickpea Tacos with Charmoula Sauce, 151
Indian Chickpea Stew with Kale, 125
Kale and Chickpea Salad, 91
Roasted Garlic Kale Hummus, 195
Sweet Potato Veggie Burritos, 173
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
chilis (See also soups; stews)
Butternut Squash and Kale Chili, 113
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Chilled Asparagus and Leek Soup, 115
chimichurri
Chimichurri Sauce, 183
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
chips
Vegan “Cheesy” Kale Chips, 53
chorizo
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
chowder (See also soups)
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
cinnamon
Cinnamon-Orange Dressing, 85
Classic Guacamole with Kale, 185
coconut
Beet and Kale Slaw Salad, 83
Coconut Curry Sauce, 173
Thai Coconut Soup with Brown Rice and Chicken, 133
corn
Grilled Kale, Peach, and Corn Salad, 89
Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 191
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
Southwest Baby Kale Salad, 105
Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers, 65
cornbread
Cheddar Kale Skillet Cornbread, 61
cranberries
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
Creamy Blueberry Vinaigrette, 93–94
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Creamy Sweet Potato and Kale Soup, 117
crock pots
Crock Pot Moroccan Lentil Stew, 119
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
crostini
Buttery, Crispy, Sautéed Kale Crostini with Beet and Kale Pesto, 57
cumin
Cumin-Ginger-Sage Dressing, 105
curly kale, 10
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
Butternut Squash and Kale Chili, 113
Buttery, Crispy, Sautéed Kale Crostini with Beet and Kale Pesto, 57
Chicken and Kale Burrito Bowls, 145
Creamy Sweet Potato and Kale Soup, 117
Crock Pot Moroccan Lentil Stew, 119
Kale and White Bean Soup, 127
Pico de Gallo Salsa with Kale, 189
Roasted Beet, Walnut, and Kale Pesto, 193
Sautéed Shrimp and Kale Tacos with Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 161
Thai Coconut Soup with Brown Rice and Chicken, 133
curry
Cauliflower and Kale Yellow Curry, 143
Coconut Curry Sauce, 173
Indian Lamb Curry with Kale, 157
D
dehydrating kale, 14
Beet and Kale Slaw Salad, 83
Charmoula Sauce, 181
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Eggplant, Kale, and Chickpea Tacos with Charmoula Sauce, 151
Garlic and Ginger Sautéed Kale, 59
Grilled Kale, Peach, and Corn Salad, 89
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Kale and Chickpea Salad, 91
Kale and Pistachio Pesto, 187
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 191
Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Mushroom, Roasted Garlic, and Kale Sauce, 167–68
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
Thai Chicken Chopped Salad, 107–8
Zesty Kale Slaw, 75
dipping sauces (See also salsa; sauces)
Buttermilk Parsley Dipping Sauce, 77–78
Roasted Garlic Kale Hummus, 195
White Bean Kale Dip, 199
dressings
Basil Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette, 89
Buttermilk Parsley Salad Dressing, 179
Cinnamon-Orange Dressing, 85
Creamy Blueberry Vinaigrette, 93–94
Cumin-Ginger-Sage Dressing, 105
Ginger-Tahini Dressing, 91
Tahini-Orange Dressing, 83
E
eggplants
Eggplant, Kale, and Chickpea Tacos with Charmoula Sauce, 151
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
eggs
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Huevos Racheros Bake, 27
Poached Egg over Sautéed Kale, 39
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
Southwest Baby Kale Salad, 105
Superfood Breakfast Tacos, 45
Zucchini, Kale, and Leek Fritters with Yogurt Dipping Sauce, 77–78
Zucchini, Kale, and Sage Frittata, 47
enchiladas
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
F
Fall Harvest Kale Salad with Cinnamon-Orange Dressing, 85
“family reunion salad”
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
farmer’s markets, 16
fat and kale, 15
fennel
Sausage, Fennel, and Kale Soup, 135
feta cheese. see cheese, feta
figs
Roasted Beet and Fig Massaged Kale Salad, 101–2
fingerling potatoes. see potatoes, fingerling
fish
Blackened Salmon with Garlicy Cajun Kale, 141
frittata
Zucchini, Kale, and Sage Frittata, 47
fritters
Zucchini, Kale, and Leek Fritters with Yogurt Dipping Sauce, 77–78
G
garbanzo beans. see chickpeas
garlic
Blackened Salmon with Garlicy Cajun Kale, 141
Garlic and Ginger Sautéed Kale, 59
Roasted Garlic Kale Hummus, 195
Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Mushroom, Roasted Garlic, and Kale Sauce, 167–68
ginger
Cumin-Ginger-Sage Dressing, 105
Garlic and Ginger Sautéed Kale, 59
Ginger-Tahini Dressing, 91
Green Apple Ginger Smoothie, 25
Pear Avocado Ginger Smoothie, 35
gluten-free, most recipes are gluten–free
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Savory Cheesy Kale Pancakes, 43
Shrimp, Artichoke Heart, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pizza, 163–64
Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Mushroom, Roasted Garlic, and Kale Sauce, 167–68
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza on Spinach and Kale Crust, 153–54
goat cheese. see cheese, goat
gouda cheese. see cheese, gouda
grapes
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
Greek yogurt (See also yogurt)
Buttermilk Parsley Salad Dressing, 179
Green Apple Ginger Smoothie, 25
green beans. see beans, green
green onions. see onions, green
green peppers. see peppers, green
Green Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Avocado, and Kale Pesto, 87
green salsa. see tomatillo salsa
green tea
Mango Matcha Green Tea Smoothie, 29
Grilled Kale, Peach, and Corn Salad, 89
guacamole, 185
Chicken and Kale Burrito Bowls, 145
Classic Guacamole with Kale, 185
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
H
hash
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
honey
Basil Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette, 89
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
Huevos Racheros Bake, 27
hummus
Roasted Garlic Kale Hummus, 195
I
Indian Chickpea Stew with Kale, 125
Indian Lamb Curry with Kale, 157
J
jack cheese. see cheese, jack
jalapeño peppers. see peppers, jalapeño
jewel yams. see yams
K
kalamata olives (See also black olives)
Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad, 97
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
kale
baby. see baby kale
curly. see curly kale
dinosaur. see dinosaur kale
fat and, 14
Russian Red. see Russian Red kale
stems. see stems, kale
Kale and Chickpea Salad with Ginger-Tahini Dressing, 91
Kale and Pistachio Pesto, 187
Kale and White Bean Soup, 127
L
lacinato kale. see dinosaur kale
lamb
Indian Lamb Curry with Kale, 157
leeks
Chilled Asparagus and Leek Soup, 115
Zucchini, Kale, and Leek Fritters with Yogurt Dipping Sauce, 77–78
lemons
Lemony Braised Chicken and Kale, 159
lentils
Crock Pot Moroccan Lentil Stew, 119
M
Mango Matcha Green Tea Smoothie, 29
mangoes
Mango Matcha Green Tea Smoothie, 29
Thai Chicken Chopped Salad, 107–8
massaged kale, 14
Roasted Beet and Fig Massaged Kale Salad, 101–2
Vegan “Cheesy” Kale Chips, 53
matcha green tea
Mango Matcha Green Tea Smoothie, 29
meat. see chicken; lamb; seafood; turkey
Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad, 97
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
mozzarella cheese. see cheese, mozzarella
mushrooms
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Mushroom, Roasted Garlic, and Kale Sauce, 167–68
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza, 153–54
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
N
nutritional yeast
Kale and Chickpea Salad, 91
Vegan “Cheesy” Kale Chips, 53
O
olives
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad, 97
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
onions, green
Barbecue Black Bean, Kale, and Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers, 139
Buttermilk Parsley Salad Dressing, 179
Cheesy Mashed Yams, 55
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
Roasted Fingerling Potato Salad, 63
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
Southwest Baby Kale Salad, 105
Zucchini, Kale, and Leek Fritters with Yogurt Dipping Sauce, 77
Zucchini, Kale, and Sage Frittata, 47
onions, red
Barbecue Black Bean, Kale, and Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers, 139
Butternut Squash and Kale Chili, 113
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Classic Guacamole with Kale, 185
Kale and Chickpea Salad, 91
Massaged Kale Salad, 93
Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 191
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers, 65
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
onions, white
Pico de Gallo Salsa with Kale, 189
Tomatillo-Kale Salsa, 197
onions, yellow
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
Cauliflower and Kale Yellow Curry, 143
Cheesy Mashed Yams, 55
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Creamy Sweet Potato and Kale Soup, 117
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Huevos Racheros Bake, 27
Indian Chickpea Stew with Kale, 125
Indian Lamb Curry with Kale, 157
Kale and White Bean Soup, 127
Lemony Braised Chicken and Kale, 159
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 135
Savory Cheesy Kale Pancakes, 43
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Mushroom, Roasted Garlic, and Kale Sauce, 167
Spanish Cauliflower “Rice,” 67
Superfood Breakfast Tacos, 45
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza, 153
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
orange juice
Cinnamon-Orange Dressing, 85
Peach and Kale Stem Smoothie, 33
Tahini-Orange Dressing, 83
oranges
Orange Creamsicle Kale Stem Smoothie, 31
P
pancakes
Savory Cheesy Kale Pancakes, 43
paprika
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
parmesan cheese. see cheese, parmesan
parsley
Buttermilk Parsley Salad Dressing, 179
peaches
Grilled Kale, Peach, and Corn Salad, 89
Peach and Kale Stem Smoothie, 33
pears
Fall Harvest Kale Salad, 85
Pear Avocado Ginger Smoothie, 35
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
pecans
Fall Harvest Kale Salad, 85
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
pepper jack cheese. see cheese, pepper jack
peppers, green
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers, 65
peppers, jalapeño
Classic Guacamole with Kale, 185
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
Pico de Gallo Salsa with Kale, 189
Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 191
Spanish Cauliflower “Rice,” 67
Tomatillo-Kale Salsa, 197
peppers, red
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
Southwest Baby Kale Salad, 105
Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers, 65
Thai Coconut Soup with Brown Rice and Chicken, 133
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza, 153–54
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
Buttery, Crispy, Sautéed Kale Crostini with Beet and Kale Pesto, 57
Green Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Avocado, and Kale Pesto, 87
Kale and Pistachio Pesto, 187
Roasted Beet, Walnut, and Kale Pesto, 193
Shrimp, Artichoke Heart, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pizza, 163–64
pico de gallo (See also salsa)
Chicken and Kale Burrito Bowls, 145
Pico de Gallo Salsa with Kale, 189
Piña Colada Smoothie, 37
pineapples
Piña Colada Smoothie, 37
Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 191
Sautéed Shrimp and Kale Tacos, 161
pinto beans. see beans, pinto
pistachios
Kale and Pistachio Pesto, 187
pizza
Shrimp, Artichoke Heart, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pizza, 163–64
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza on Spinach and Kale Crust, 153–54
Poached Egg over Sautéed Kale, 39
portobello mushrooms (See also mushrooms)
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
potatoes, fingerling
Roasted Fingerling Potato Salad, 63
potatoes, red
Cauliflower and Kale Yellow Curry, 143
Chilled Asparagus and Leek Soup, 115
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Sausage, Fennel, and Kale Soup, 135
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
potatoes, russet
Chilled Asparagus and Leek Soup, 115
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
potatoes, sweet
Barbecue Black Bean, Kale, and Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers, 139
Cheesy Mashed Yams, 55
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Creamy Sweet Potato and Kale Soup, 117
Kale and White Bean Soup, 127
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
Superfood Breakfast Tacos, 45
Sweet Potato Veggie Burritos with Coconut Curry Sauce, 173
Q
quinoa
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Green Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Avocado, and Kale Pesto, 87
Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad, 97
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
R
raisins
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
raw kale, 14
red onion. see onions, red
red peppers. see peppers, red
red potatoes. see potatoes, red
rice, brown
Chicken and Kale Burrito Bowls, 145
Kale and Chickpea Salad, 91
Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers, 65
Sweet Potato Veggie Burritos, 173
Thai Coconut Soup with Brown Rice and Chicken, 133
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
rice, cauliflower
Spanish Cauliflower “Rice,” 67
ricotta cheese. see cheese, ricotta
Roasted Beet and Fig Massaged Kale Salad with Blackberry Vinaigrette, 101–2
Roasted Beet, Walnut, and Kale Pesto, 193
Roasted Fingerling Potato Salad, 63
Roasted Garlic Kale Hummus, 195
roasted kale, 13
Balsamic Roasted Vegetables with Beet Pesto Quinoa, 51
Roasted Portobello Mushrooms with Eggplant Caponata, 171
rosemary
Rosemary Candied Walnuts, 93–94
russet potatoes. see potatoes, russet
Russian Red kale, 11
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Roasted Beet and Fig Massaged Kale Salad, 101–2
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
S
sage
Cumin-Ginger-Sage Dressing, 105
Zucchini, Kale, and Sage Frittata, 47
salad
Beet and Kale Slaw Salad, 83
Fall Harvest Kale Salad, 85
Green Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Avocado, and Kale Pesto, 87
Grilled Kale, Peach, and Corn Salad, 89
Kale and Chickpea Salad, 91
Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad, 97
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
Roasted Beet and Fig Massaged Kale Salad, 101–2
Southwest Baby Kale Salad, 105
Thai Chicken Chopped Salad, 107–8
Zesty Kale Slaw, 75
salad dressings. see dressings
salmon
Blackened Salmon with Garlicy Cajun Kale, 141
Chicken and Kale Burrito Bowls, 145
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
Huevos Racheros Bake, 27
Pico de Gallo Salsa with Kale, 189
Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 191
Poached Egg over Sautéed Kale, 39
Sautéed Shrimp and Kale Tacos with Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 161
Tomatillo-Kale Salsa, 197
salsa verde. see tomatillo salsa
sauces (See also hummus; pesto; salsa)
Buttermilk Parsley Dipping Sauce, 179
Charmoula Sauce, 181
Chimichurri Sauce, 183
Coconut Curry Sauce, 173
Spicy Mushroom, Roasted Garlic, and Kale Sauce, 167
sausage
Sausage, Fennel, and Kale Soup, 135
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza, 153–54
Buttery, Crispy, Sautéed Kale Crostini with Beet and Kale Pesto, 57
Garlic and Ginger Sautéed Kale, 59
Poached Egg over Sautéed Kale, 39
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
Sautéed Shrimp and Kale Tacos with Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 161
Savory Cheesy Kale Pancakes, 43
seafood
Blackened Salmon with Garlicy Cajun Kale, 141
Sautéed Shrimp and Kale Tacos with Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 161
Shrimp, Artichoke Heart, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pizza, 163–64
shallots
Crock Pot Moroccan Lentil Stew, 119
shrimp
Sautéed Shrimp and Kale Tacos with Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 161
Shrimp, Artichoke Heart, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pizza, 163–64
slaw
Beet and Kale Slaw Salad, 83
Zesty Kale Slaw, 75
sliders
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
slow cookers. see crock pots
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
smoothies
Blueberry Superfood Smoothie, 21
Green Apple Ginger Smoothie, 25
Mango Matcha Green Tea Smoothie, 29
Orange Creamsicle Kale Stem Smoothie, 31
Peach and Kale Stem Smoothie, 33
Pear Avocado Ginger Smoothie, 35
Piña Colada Smoothie, 37
soups (See also chilis; stews)
Chilled Asparagus and Leek Soup, 115
Creamy Sweet Potato and Kale Soup, 117
Kale and White Bean Soup, 127
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Sausage, Fennel, and Kale Soup, 135
Smoked Paprika Chicken Corn Chowder, 131
Thai Coconut Soup with Brown Rice and Chicken, 133
sourcing kale, 15
Southwest Baby Kale Salad with Cumin-Ginger-Sage Dressing, 105
Southwest Stuffed Bell Peppers, 65
spaghetti squash
Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Mushroom, Roasted Garlic, and Kale Sauce, 167–68
Spanish Cauliflower “Rice,” 67
spinach
Spinach and Kale Pizza Crust, 153–54
spreads (See also dipping sauces; sauces)
Classic Guacamole with Kale, 185
Kale and Pistachio Pesto, 187
Roasted Beet, Walnut, and Kale Pesto, 193
Roasted Garlic Kale Hummus, 195
White Bean Kale Dip, 199
squash
Butternut Squash and Kale Chili, 113
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Mushroom, Roasted Garlic, and Kale Sauce, 167–68
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
sriracha sauce
stems, kale, 16
Orange Creamsicle Kale Stem Smoothie, 31
Peach and Kale Stem Smoothie, 33
stews (See also chilis; soups)
Crock Pot Moroccan Lentil Stew, 119
Indian Chickpea Stew with Kale, 125
stir fry
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
sun-dried tomatoes. see tomatoes, sun-dried
sunflower seeds
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
Superfood Breakfast Tacos, 45
Superfood Stuffed Acorn Squash, 69–70
sweet potatoes. see potatoes, sweet
T
tacos
Eggplant, Kale, and Chickpea Tacos with Charmoula Sauce, 151
Sautéed Shrimp and Kale Tacos with Pineapple, Corn, and Kale Salsa, 161
Superfood Breakfast Tacos, 45
tahini
Ginger-Tahini Dressing, 91
Tahini-Orange Dressing, 83
Thai Chicken Chopped Salad, 107–8
Thai Coconut Soup with Brown Rice and Chicken, 133
tomatillo salsa (See also salsa)
Chili Verde Shredded Chicken Enchiladas, 147
Tomatillo-Kale Salsa, 197
tomatoes
Superfood Breakfast Tacos, 45
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza, 153–54
tomatoes, canned
Butternut Squash and Kale Chili, 113
Creamy Portobello and Kale Quinoa Bake, 149
Crock Pot Moroccan Lentil Stew, 119
Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Chili with Mushrooms and Kale, 121
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Indian Chickpea Stew with Kale, 125
Minestrone Soup with Quinoa, 129
Spanish Cauliflower “Rice,” 67
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza, 153–54
tomatoes, sun-dried
Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad, 97
Shrimp, Artichoke Heart, Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pizza, 163–64
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza, 153–54
turkey
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Turkey Sausage, Bell Pepper, Mushroom Pizza on Spinach and Kale Crust, 153
Turkey Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Kale, and Blue Cheese, 73
turmeric
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
Tuscan kale. see dinosaur kale
V
Vegan “Cheesy” Kale Chips, 53
Vegetable Stir Fry with Turmeric Rice, 175
veggie burgers
Barbecue Black Bean, Kale, and Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers, 139
veggie burritos
Sweet Potato Veggie Burritos with Coconut Curry Sauce, 173
vichyssoise (See also soups)
Chilled Asparagus and Leek Soup, 115
vinaigrette (See also dressings)
Basil Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette, 89
Creamy Blueberry Vinaigrette, 93–94
W
walnuts
Green Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Avocado, and Kale Pesto, 87
Roasted Beet and Fig Massaged Kale Salad, 101–2
Roasted Beet, Walnut, and Kale Pesto, 193
Rosemary Candied Walnuts, 93–94
white beans. see beans, white
white onions. see onions, white
Y
yams (See also potatoes, sweet)
Cheesy Mashed Yams, 55
Chorizo, Potato, and Kale Hash, 23
Kale and White Bean Soup, 127
yeast, nutritional
Kale and Chickpea Salad, 91
Vegan “Cheesy” Kale Chips, 53
yellow onions. see onions, yellow
yogurt
Buttermilk Parsley Salad Dressing, 179
Pear Avocado Ginger Smoothie, 35
Raw Broccoli and Kale Salad, 99
Sausage and Kale Scramble, 41
Zucchini, Kale, and Leek Fritters with Yogurt Dipping Sauce, 77–78
Z
Zesty Kale Slaw, 75
zucchini
Hearty Vegetable Chili, 123
Zucchini, Kale, and Leek Fritters with Yogurt Dipping Sauce, 77–78
Zucchini, Kale, and Sage Frittata, 47