We all know we should eat our greens. This wasn’t something adults made up to torture children with during meals. Really, green is really good for you.
Kale, chard, spinach and Swiss chard are among the most nutrient-dense foods that can fill your stomach.
A diet rich in vegetables can provide you with essential vitamins and minerals and may help reduce your risk of heart disease, obesity and high blood pressure.
Not a fan of leafy greens? Not convinced? Or are you ready to rock and roll with leafy greens? Whatever the case, here is a list of 15 OGP planet recipes that will ensure you get a delicious dose of leafy greens in your dinner. Some make a show of the greens, while others tuck them away, hidden, so as not to alarm naysayers!
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1. Baked Roasted Poblano Kale Falafel
Baked Roasted Poblano Kale Falafel by Stephanie McKinnie
Source: Baked Roasted Poblano Kale Falafel
These Baked Roasted Poblano Kale Falafel from Stephanie McKinnie are simply amazing! Roasted poblano peppers give them a smoky, spicy kick, and because they’re fried with a tiny bit of (optional, even!) oil, they’re much better for you than fried falafel. And not to forget, just as tasty! You can dress this falafel to your own taste, with pita bread, fresh vegetables and tahini sauce.
2. Balsamic Roasted Beet and Kale Salad with Maple Tahini Dressing
Balsamic Roasted Beet and Kale Salad with Maple Tahini Dressing by Christine DesRoches
Source: Balsamic Roasted Beet and Kale Salad with Maple Tahini Dressing
This is the perfect fall salad – beets and kale and a rich maple tahini dressing. This Balsamic Roasted Beets & Kale Salad with Maple Tahini Dressing from Christine DesRoches also pairs well with other dinner dishes. The salad is also quite filling and packed with nutrients.
3. Hydrating Super Green Smoothie
Hydrating Super Green Smoothie by Caroline Doucet
Source: Hydrating Super Green Smoothie
A delicious, fresh and hydrating super green smoothie from Caroline Doucet with a kick. Full of nutritious ingredients, such as apples, mangoes, kale, lemon juice, ginger, cucumbers and hemp hearts. It’s a great drink if you have a cold or if you spend your days outside in the heat.
4. Potato Kale Enchiladas
Potato and Kale Enchiladas by Adam Merrin and Ryan Alvarez
Source: Potato Cabbage Enchiladas
This great recipe for Potato Kale Enchiladas from Adam Merrin and Ryan Alvarez is the best of both worlds: classic, chewy enchiladas with a roasted chili pepper sauce and an irresistible filling of tender baked potatoes and sautéed kale with lime. Although this dish has a few extra steps, it’s a great example of how flavorful and satisfying vegan cooking can be. When it comes out of the oven hot and bubbly with the smell of fresh peppers and roasted potatoes, you know it was time well spent.
5. Kale, sweet potato and tempeh breakfast hash
Kale, sweet potato, and tempeh breakfast hash from plant-based protein recipes you’ll love
Source: Kale, sweet potato and tempeh breakfast hash
Breakfast hashes make for a filling breakfast, but are often served with eggs. For a plant-based alternative, you can use tempeh, which is not only a good source of protein but also helps make the dish more nutritious. And if you’re short on time, you can always microwave the sweet potato in this Kale, Sweet Potato and Tempeh Breakfast Hash from Plant Protein Recipes That You’ll Love instead of baking it, which will cut your cooking time by about 15 minutes. shortened.
6. Baked potatoes with mushrooms and spinach
Baked potatoes with mushrooms and spinach by Hannah Sunderani
Source: Baked potatoes with mushrooms and spinach
You have to try these ultra luscious, comforting and cozy Baked Potatoes with Mushrooms and Spinach from Hannah Sunderani. With vegan gravy to drizzle. Perfect as a standalone dish, or as a decadent side dish.
7. Spinach Pesto Pasta with Almond Parmesan Cheese
Spinach Pesto Pasta with Almond Parmesan by Harriet Porterfield
Source: Spinach Pesto Pasta With Almond Parmesan Cheese
Packed with spinach, basil, roasted almonds and garlic, get ready to bless your pasta with a whole lot of flavor! A handy bonus is that this Spinach Pesto Pasta With Almond Parmesan from Harriet Porterfield can be prepared in less than 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick evening meal.
8. Grilled zucchini sandwiches with spinach pesto
Grilled Zucchini Sandwiches with Spinach Pesto by Robin Browne
Source: Grilled Zucchini Sandwiches with Spinach Pesto
These Grilled Zucchini Sandwiches with Spinach Pesto from Robin Browne are smoky, spicy, and packed with garden-fresh veggies. The vegan spinach pesto is a must.
9. Soy noodles in peanut butter-spinach sauce
Soy noodles in peanut butter and spinach sauce by Ida Hemmingsson-Holl
Source: Soy noodles in peanut butter-spinach sauce
This recipe for soy noodles in peanut butter and spinach sauce from Ida Hemmingsson-Holl is perfect for those evenings when you fancy a delicious and filling meal, but want to spend less than ten minutes in the kitchen. The soy noodles will cook in minutes and all you have to do is toss them in the savory peanut butter and spinach sauce. For a spicy aftertaste, squeeze some lime juice just before serving.
10. Grilled Sammie of chard and white beans
Swiss Chard and White Bean Grilled Sammie by Heather Poire
Source: Swiss Chard and White Bean Grilled Sammie
This Grilled Swiss Chard and White Bean Sammie from Heather Poire is as comforting as a grilled cheese, but it’s packed with healthy ingredients. A grilled sandwich is so much better than a sandwich that isn’t, and this tasty creation is the epitome of summer comfort food perfected.
11. Mushroom and Swiss Chard Pasta with Creamy Pink Sauce
Pasta with Mushrooms and Swiss Chard and Creamy Rosé Sauce by Logan Dunn & Lexus Osman
Source: Pasta with mushrooms and Swiss chard with creamy rosé sauce
Nothing beats delicious pasta topped with veggies and a creamy, satisfying sauce. This recipe for pasta with mushrooms and chard with creamy rosé sauce from Logan Dunn & Lexus Osman certainly meets all these requirements! Perfectly seasoned with balanced flavors, you’ll want to make this dish again and again.
12. Rainbow chard and garlic stem fettuccine
Fettuccine with rainbow chard and garlic stalks from Heather Poire
Source: Rainbow chard and garlic stem fettuccine
There’s nothing better than being inspired by the Saturday morning farmers market. This time of year you may see an abundance of vibrant rainbow chard on your grocery shopping spree. Simply saute some of the colorful chard with garlic stems and fresh basil to make this Rainbow Chard and Garlic Scape Fettuccine from Heather Poire.
13. Cheesy Polenta with Savory Vegetables
Cheesy Polenta with Savory Vegetables by Lydia Filgueras
Source: Cheesy Polenta with Savory Vegetables
Talk about comfort food! This Cheesy Polenta With Hearty Greens from Lydia Filgueras is packed with garlic, onions, broccolini or any other savory vegetable you can find.
14. Smoky Southern Kale
Smoky Southern Collard Greens by Molly Patrick
Source: Smoky Southern Collard Greens
These Smoky Southern Collard Greens from Molly Patrick are comfort food at its best! Warm up your meal with a bowl of these spicy, healthy, oil-free collard greens.
15. Fall Harvest Collard Green Rolls
Fall Harvest Collard Green Rolls by Denisse Salinas
Source: Autumn Harvest Kale Rolls
These Fall Harvest Collard Green Rolls from Denisse Salinas feature seasonal wild rice pilaf rolled in kale leaves for convenient packs of seasonal treats! Acorn squash, pecans, dried cranberry, and shredded carrots are stuffed into each kale leaf. Make the cranberry balsamic sauce for dipping/spreading/eating straight from the jar with a spoon for extra fall flavor!
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