Best 7 Sweet And Sour Kale Recipes

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Calling all health enthusiasts and adventurous foodies! Embark on a culinary journey with our remarkable collection of sweet and sour kale recipes. These delectable dishes transform the humble kale into a symphony of flavors, textures, and nutrients. From quick and easy weekday meals to impressive dinner party entrees, our recipes cater to every palate and occasion. Discover the vibrant Sweet and Sour Kale Salad, a refreshing blend of raw kale, tangy dressing, and crunchy toppings. Indulge in the hearty Sweet and Sour Kale Stir-Fry, a delightful fusion of Asian flavors and textures. Experience the comforting Sweet and Sour Kale Soup, a nourishing broth brimming with kale, vegetables, and a hint of sweetness. And for a unique twist, try the Sweet and Sour Kale Smoothie, a refreshing and nutritious drink that packs a punch of vitamins and antioxidants. Get ready to elevate your meals and taste buds with our exceptional sweet and sour kale recipes!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR GREENS



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Even children will eat these greens! Every time I cook them, someone wants the recipe. Use fresh collard, kale, or mustard greens.

Provided by Angela

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 slices bacon, chopped
½ cup water
¼ cup vinegar
½ cup white sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 ½ pounds fresh collard greens, tough stems removed and leaves torn into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 8 minutes, stirring often. Transfer bacon pieces into a bowl with a slotted spoon, leaving the drippings in the pan.
  • Stir water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper into the bacon drippings until the sugar has dissolved; bring the mixture to a boil. Place collards into the boiling mixture, and stir to mix well. Cover the Dutch oven, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the greens are tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Drizzle in a little more water or vinegar if greens become too dry.
  • Spoon greens into a serving dish, and sprinkle with the cooked bacon pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 240.1 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

SWEET-AND-SAVORY KALE SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
2 teaspoons champagne vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled, halved and cut into 1/3-inch half-moons
One 14-ounce bag frozen pearl onions, thawed and well drained
3 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt
1 Honeycrisp or Fuji apple, cut into 1/4-inch half-moons
Half 5-ounce container baby kale
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the pomegranate molasses, vinegar and mustard. Pouring in a steady stream, whisk in the olive oil. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. (The dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance.)
  • For the salad: Scatter the sweet potatoes and pearl onions on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with 1 teaspoon salt. Roast until the potatoes are tender throughout and beginning to brown, about 35 minutes, tossing halfway through. Transfer to a large bowl to cool slightly.
  • Add the apples, baby kale and the dressing to the bowl, and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Using two wooden spoons, toss gently to combine and coat evenly in the dressing.
  • Sprinkle the salad with the pomegranate seeds before serving.

SWEET AND SAVORY KALE



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This quick and tasty recipe combines vitamin-packed kale with both sweet and tangy ingredients for a colorful side dish.

Provided by SJRJA

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 teaspoons white sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 ½ cups chicken broth
4 cups stemmed, torn and rinsed kale
¼ cup dried cranberries
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the mustard, sugar, vinegar, and chicken stock, and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the kale, cover, and cook 5 minutes until wilted.
  • Stir in the dried cranberries, and continue boiling, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced by about half, and the cranberries have softened, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with sliced almonds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 82.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

SWEET-AND-SOUR KALE WITH GOLDEN RAISINS AND PINE NUTS



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Categories     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup apple cider
2 bunches kale
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 lemon, cut into fine matchsticks

Steps:

  • 1. Set the oven at 350 degrees.
  • 2. On a baking sheet, spread the pine nuts. Bake for 7 to 8 minutes, or until fragrant and golden.
  • 3. In a large flameproof casserole over medium heat, heat the oil and garlic until the garlic starts to sizzle and turn pale golden. Add the raisins and cider and stir for 30 seconds, or until the raisins soften slightly.
  • 4. Add as many handfuls of kale as will fit in the pan. Cook, turning often with tongs, until the kale begins to wilt. As the volume decreases, add more kale to the pan until all the kale has been added. Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes, or until the kale is tender. If the pan seems dry, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • 5. Stir in the lemon juice, vinegar, and pine nuts. Taste for seasoning and add, more lemon juice or vinegar, if you like. Sprinkle with the lemon rind.

SWEET AND SAVORY KALE



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I bought a large bag of kale and this recipe was on the back. I tried it and really enjoyed the sauce. I opted to leave out the almonds and cranberries, but it would be nice to dress it up. Enjoy! This will work with collards and other greens too. Kale is very high in beta carotene, vitamin K, vitamin C, lutein, zeaxanthin, and reasonably rich in calcium. Developed in Europe, it is used in England, Italy, Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Scotland, East Africa, Denmark, Sweden, Montenegro, Russia and even Japan. During World War II, the cultivation of kale in the U.K. was encouraged by the Dig for Victory campaign. The vegetable was easy to grow and provided important nutrients to supplement those missing from a normal diet because of rationing. Kale was introduced into Canada (and then into the U.S.) by Russian traders in the 19th century.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sugar (or honey or agave syrup)
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 1/4 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
1 lb chopped kale
1/3 cup cranberries, sliced (optional)
1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot, heat the olive oil on medium high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic, and saute until the onion softens, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in mustard, sugar, cider vinegar and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil on hight heat. Add kale, cover, and cook 5 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the cranberries, if using, and continue cooking on medium high heat, stirring often(even if you don't use the cranberries, still cook a little longer).
  • The liquid should reduce by half and the cranberries will get plump in about 10 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with almonds if desired.
  • Enjoy!

SWEET AND SOUR KALE



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Kale recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups kale, trimmed
1/2 cup finely sliced red bell pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup raw agave nectar

Steps:

  • In bowl, combine kale, red pepper, olive oil, vinegar and salt. Cover and set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Add agave nectar and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.4, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 320.7, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.8, Protein 2.4

SWEET & SOUR KALE WITH GARLIC & ANCHOVY



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A great side dish to serve with lamb, or try it tossed through pasta

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

400g kale , shredded
4 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves , sliced
2 anchovies , chopped
1 tsp golden caster sugar
1 tbsp red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook the kale in a large pan of boiling water for about 4 mins until just tender. Drain, then place the empty pan back on the heat with the oil. Sizzle the garlic and anchovy, then add the sugar and vinegar and bubble for a moment. Toss the kale back into the pan to reheat, then tip everything into a side dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.31 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or wok to cook the kale. This will allow the kale to cook evenly and prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Add the kale to the skillet in batches if necessary. Avoid overcrowding the skillet, as this will prevent the kale from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the kale over medium heat until it is wilted and tender. Stir the kale frequently to prevent it from burning.
  • Add the sauce to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the kale is coated evenly.
  • Serve the sweet and sour kale immediately over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour kale is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to add more leafy greens to your diet and get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals. The sweet and sour sauce gives the kale a delicious flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give sweet and sour kale a try.

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