In January, it’s easy to think nothing is in season. Even here in So Cal, it’s pretty cold and dreary. But dark leafy greens are in season. If you have resolved to eat more veggies this year but aren’t a huge veggie fan, you might not be excited. The fact is, vegetables are delicious! You just need the proper preparation, and you will be thrilled!
To help you eat more vegetables and eat seasonally, we have four great low-carb kale recipes ranging from snacks to full meals that you’ll love!
These hit the spot when you are craving something with crunch and grease. They satisfy the part of your heart looking for carbs — without actually containing carbs. They taste like they should be terrible for your health. We love that about them! You don’t always want your healthy foods to taste healthy! We all want to be “bad” sometimes and don’t want to stop progressing toward our health goals. A serving has 158 calories, four grams of carbs, one gram of fiber and 13 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
This is an excellent lunch or side salad. It is a classic winter salad with pops of sweetness from dried cranberries and saltiness from feta with a crunch from almonds. While the recipe doesn’t stress it, we recommend your kale after you dress it. It’s a step that can be missed, but it is essential. Kale can be tough and slightly bitter. When you massage it, it becomes easier to chew and digest. It also picks up the dressing more easily! We recommend doing it before adding other salad ingredients — only the kale needs massaging. A serving has 180 calories, eight grams of carbs, five grams of fiber and 15 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
This is wonderful as either a 30-minute meal or as a make-ahead lunch. It’s a delicious Asian-inspired dish that the instructions recommend making in meal-prep containers. We love this idea if you know you will have leftovers! It makes four portions. It makes it perfect for lunch the next day or just easy portion control. If you know you don’t have a problem with portion control, are cooking for four, or will be eating the leftovers at home, you can skip the step. A serving has 256 calories, eight grams of carbs, two grams of fiber and 15 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
Lasagna is delicious. And we are all for any recipe that cuts out the carbs and lets everyone enjoy it without thinking about their blood sugar! This recipe is so tasty and cheesy! It uses fennel to add Italian flavor and has plenty of sausage and cheese to make it a hearty meal on a cold night! Your whole family will be fans. A serving has 322 calories, 10 grams of carbs, 10 grams of fiber and 17 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
We hope that you enjoy more kale with these recipes. There are vegetables in season all year round. You can enjoy fresh food no matter the season!
