Now in season, versatile kale is delicious in everything from soups to salads and pasta dishes 

<p>Once the reserve of the superfood-conscious, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/cabbage-brussels-sprouts/asda-growers-selection-unwashed-sliced-curly-kale/2078458" target="_blank">kale</a> is most definitely mainstream, now. </p><p>And we're not surprised as to why &ndash; this versatile, flavour-packed relative of the cabbage works wonders in recipes for dips, snacks and delicious main courses.</p><p>Check out eight of our favourite ways to spruce up the veggie below.</p><h2>Colcannon cakes with poached egg</h2><p>Frozen kale is used to make these <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/colcannon-cakes-with-poached-egg" target="_blank">colcannon cakes</a>, making them a great option to have when fresh supplies are running low and you need something quick and easy from the freezer. Delicious as they are when served with a simple poached egg, you could also add a few rashers of bacon, or some cold gammon. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="colcannon-cakes-2__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/colcannon-cakes-2__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Kale pesto dip with crumbled feta</h2><p>Made with plenty of kale, salty feta and fresh lemon, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/kale-pesto-dip-crumbled-feta" target="_blank">this sensational sauce</a> is easy to make and tastes great on toasted pittas as well as with grilled fish or stirred through pasta. Not a fan of feta? Replace with ricotta for a super creamy, milder alternative.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="kale-pesto-dip-with-crumbled-feta__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/kale-pesto-dip-with-crumbled-feta__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Warm kale and sausage potato salad with tahini dressing</h2><p>Nutty tahini is the perfect partner to leafy kale, adding a creamy richness to <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/sausage-kale-potato-salad-tahini-dressing" target="_blank">this autumnal salad</a>. We love the way the tahini works with the chilli in the sausages, bringing hearty flavours from across the world into the mix.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="kale-and-sausage-warm-potato-salad-with-tahini-dressing__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/kale-and-sausage-warm-potato-salad-with-tahini-dressing_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>KALE AND JERSEY ROYAL HASH</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/kale-jersey-royal-hash" target="_blank">This simple kale and Jersey hash</a> is the perfect midweek dinner. You can throw in whatever veg you have hanging around in the fridge &ndash; tomatoes add a bit of juiciness and sweetness, and sliced onion adds flavour. If you want to make it go further, consider topping with a fried (or poached) egg. Yum.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="kale-jersey-royal-hash__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/kale-jersey-royal-hash__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Kale and bacon pearl barley 'risotto'</h2><p>Earthy kale works well with nutty barley and smoky bacon in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/kale-bacon-pearl-barley-risotto" target="_blank">this tasty dinner</a>. Not only is pearl barley higher in fibre, but it's also simpler to cook than a traditional rice risotto.</p><p>The beauty with this dish is you can chuck in whatever leftovers you've got lurking in the fridge: torn cooked chicken, cooked veggies, squares of ham and any crumbled cheese would all work wonders!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="kale-and-bacon-barley-risotto__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/kale-and-bacon-barley-risotto__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>WARM PRAWN, KALE AND NOODLE SALAD </h2><p>Egg noodles, prawns and kale are combined in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/warm-prawn-kale-noodle-salad" target="_blank">this super-speedy weeknight dish</a>. Serve warm, in a big bowl in front of the telly.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="warm-prawn-kale-noodle-salad__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/warm-prawn-kale-noodle-salad__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Crunchy Parmesan kale crisps</h2><p>A tasty swap for standard crisps, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/crunchy-parmesan-kale-crisps" target="_blank">these crinkly kale versions</a> make a delicious snack or crouton-style topper for soups and salads. Serve alongside evening drinks with a creamy, herby dip to really impress dinner guests.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="crispy-parmesan-kale-crisps__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/crispy-parmesan-kale-crisps__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>VEGGIE SAUSAGE AND KALE PASTA</h2><p>Sausage and kale work perfectly together, but if you're going vegetarian (or just cutting back on meat) then veggie bangers are a fantastic substitute for the real thing. Garlic, onion and fennel seeds help to make <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/veggie-sausage-kale-pasta" target="_blank">this a seriously tasty dish</a> - just sprinkle with a little pepper (or Parmesan), sit back and enjoy. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="veggie-sausage--kale-pasta__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/veggie-sausage--kale-pasta__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Have our <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/cabbage-brussels-sprouts/asda-growers-selection-unwashed-sliced-curly-kale/2078458" target="_blank">kale</a> recipes got you craving some wholesome, autumnal goodness? Make sure to stock up on everything you need to rustle up these leafy dishes <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/" target="_blank">online</a> or <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store.</a></em></p>

Tasty kale recipes for some winter mealtime inspo

By ASDA Admin,15th January 2019

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