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40 Easy Ways to Cook Leafy Greens

40 Easy Ways to Cook Leafy Greens
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Leafy Greens Recipes – From kale and spinach to arugula and collard greens, there are countless options for incorporating these flavorful and nutrient-packed vegetables into your meals. Whether you are looking for a hearty salad, a flavorful side dish, or a creative main course, these leafy green recipes will inspire you to make them the star of your plate. So scroll down and discover some tasty, plant-powered recipes!

Sidney Yang
by Sidney Yang
Sidney Yang

Sidney is part of the Eatwell101 family since 2014. As an editor, she shares her enthusiasm for food, cooking tips, and entertaining across more than a thousand written articles published on Eatwell101.

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Published Feb 16, 2024
Grilled Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-bok-choy-recipe

1. Grilled Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic

Grilled bok choy recipe is guaranteed to be your new favorite side dish. Ready in just 10 minutes, enjoy the baby bok choy with grilled chicken, beef, or even fish!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Chopped Kale Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chopped-kale-salad-recipe

2. Chopped Kale Salad

A finely chopped kale salad recipe that will make you feel full and healthy for the rest of the day. Try this kale salad asap!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Braised Collard Greens and Cabbage - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/sauteed-collard-greens-cabbage-recipe

3. Braised Collard Greens and Cabbage

Braised collard greens and cabbage make an amazing dish that goes with anything. Unless you prefer enjoying this collard greens and cabbage recipe as a nourishing vegetarian meal!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Fried Collard Greens Recipe - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/fried-collard-greens-recipe

4. Fried Collard Greens Recipe

Try our fried collard greens simmered with onion, garlic, and a hot sauce kick. This easy, low-carb collard greens side dish is your perfect weeknight lifesaver that pairs with any protein!

Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Sautéed Kale Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-sauteed-kale-salad-with-bacon-walnuts-and-cranberries

5. Sautéed Kale Salad

This kale salad recipe is not only colorful, but it’s flavorful too!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Sauteed Swiss Chard Toasts - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/swiss-chard-toasts-recipe

6. Sauteed Swiss Chard Toasts

This vegetarian snack is so healthy and delicious.

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Sweet Potato, Brussels Sprout & Kale Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/roasted-sweet-potato-brussels-sprout-kale-salad-recipe

7. Sweet Potato, Brussels Sprout & Kale Salad

This sweet potato and Brussels sprouts salad with kale is the perfect healthy and satisfying lunch!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Sautéed Cabbage Kale Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/sauteed-cabbage-kale-recipe

8. Garlic Sautéed Cabbage Kale Skillet

This sautéed cabbage and kale skillet recipe is the perfect way to get your veggies in!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Apple Kale Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/apple-cranberry-bacon-kale-salad-recipe

9. Apple Kale Salad

This kale salad recipe is packed full of hearty nutrients and tastes amazing!

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Healthy Kale Chicken Salad with Honey Chipotle Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-chicken-kale-salad-recipe

10. Healthy Kale Chicken Salad with Honey Chipotle Sauce

Healthy Kale Chicken Salad with Cauliflower, Parmesan, and Honey Chipotle Sauce is the ultimate salad recipe! rotisserie or pan seared chicken!!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Kale Salad With Quinoa, Apples and Cheddar - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/kale-quinoa-salad-recipe

11. Kale Salad With Quinoa, Apples and Cheddar

Need a quick, healthy, and energizing lunch? This kale quinoa salad is here to come to the rescue!

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Quick Collard Greens with Bacon - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/collard-greens-recipe

12. Quick Collard Greens with Bacon

Sautéed collard greens with bacon, and garlic is the perfect side dish for any occasion. If you're in for a light lunch, these collards greens are also a must!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Simple Spinach Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/simple-spinach-salad-recipe

13. Simple Spinach Salad

This spinach salad is topped with parmesan shavings and a zesty vinaigrette dressing. The spinach salad recipe is perfect as a side or topped with protein for a full meal.

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Bacon Cabbage Recipe - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/bacon-cabbage-recipe

14. Bacon Cabbage Recipe

Fried cabbage recipe with bacon, onion, and garlic is a simple, quick, and delicious meal! You'll love the smoky, savory flavors of bacon paired with sautéed cabbage!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Creamed Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/creamed-spinach-recipe

15. Creamed Spinach

Creamed spinach is a quick and easy side that goes with everything. Try this recipe for creamed spinach for your Thanksgiving or Holiday menu, it will be a success!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Collard Greens Cabbage Soup - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/collard-greens-cabbage-soup-recipe

16. Collard Greens Cabbage Soup

Collard greens and cabbage soup is easy, heathy, and ready in 40 minutes. Try our cabbage and collard greens soup for a dinner that's super satisfying, high in fiber, low-calorie, gluten-free, loaded with veggies!

Cooking time: 40 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/parmesan-spinach-mushroom-pasta-skillet-recipe

17. Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet

This parmesan spinach mushroom pasta skillet is super quick and impossible to mess up - The ultimate win for vegetarian weeknight dinners!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Sauteed Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-sauteed-spinach-recipe

18. Garlic Butter Sauteed Spinach

Easy Spinach Recipe - This garlic butter sauteed spinach is a super easy and healthy recipe for a side everyone will love.

Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Crispy Kale Chips - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/kale-chips-recipe

19. Crispy Kale Chips

Crispy kale chips are healthy snack that's 100% guilt-free. Try this kale chips recipe and satisfy your snack cravings!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet (Healthy 20-Minute Dinner) - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/spinach-mushroom-quinoa-recipe

20. Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet (Healthy 20-Minute Dinner)

This 20-Minute Healthy Meatless spinach mushroom quinoa Skillet is the ultimate win for vegetarian weeknight dinners!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Baked Egg Baguette & Spinach Breakfast - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/egg-baguette-breakfast-recipe

21. Baked Egg Baguette & Spinach Breakfast

So chewy and seriously delicious, this crowd pleaser will up your breakfast game.

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Apple Feta Spinach Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/spinach-salad-recipe

22. Apple Feta Spinach Salad

This healthy spinach salad recipe is crunchy, sweet, and full of fresh flavors. A perfect vegetarian spinach salad for lunch or a light dinner!

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Lemon Garlic Butter Steak with Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-steak-and-spinach-recipe

23. Lemon Garlic Butter Steak with Spinach

Lemon garlic butter steak recipe - Tons of flavor and so easy to make - A quick low carb dinner you’ll be crazy about.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
5-Minute Sauteed Lemon Garlic Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/sauteed-spinach-recipe

24. 5-Minute Sauteed Lemon Garlic Spinach

This Sauteed Spinach recipe with Garlic and Lemon is a simple and delicious side dish everyone will love at your table.

Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Asado Chicken Breasts with Sautéed Garlic Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/asado-chicken-recipe

25. Asado Chicken Breasts with Sautéed Garlic Spinach

This Asado chicken breasts recipe with spinach is perfect for lunch, dinner, or even for meal prep. You'll love the flavors!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Berries Spinach Salad Recipe - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/mixed-berries-spinach-salad-recipe

26. Berries Spinach Salad Recipe

Simple, healthy and delicious spinach Salad Recipe with mixed berries - Perfect if you have company.

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Chickpeas Spinach Curry - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chickpeas-spinach-curry-recipe

27. Chickpeas Spinach Curry

An easy one-pot that's packed with flavor and nutrients.

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cheesy Baked Cabbage Steaks - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cheesy-baked-cabbage-steaks-recipe

28. Cheesy Baked Cabbage Steaks

Make these baked cheesy cabbage steaks for a vegetarian meal or a versatile side for any main course!

Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/baked-cabbage-burgers-recipe

29. Oven-Baked Cabbage Burgers

This oven-baked cabbage burger recipe is sure to bring a whole new flavor to your dinner table! The cabbage burgers are easy to make and sure to be a hit with the whole family!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Grilled Napa Cabbage with Lemon Garlic Dressing - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-napa-cabbage-recipe

30. Grilled Napa Cabbage with Lemon Garlic Dressing

Grilled napa cabbage is the ultimate side dish for your grilling parties! Smoky, savory, and crisp-tender, napa cabbage on the grill is an easy recipe everyone will love!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Balsamic, Honey Roasted Cabbage Steaks - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/roasted-cabbage-steaks-recipe

31. Balsamic, Honey Roasted Cabbage Steaks

Bring roasted cabbage steaks to a whole new level with this simple, fast and delicious side dish.

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Fried Cabbage Recipe with Sausage - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/fried-cabbage-recipe-with-sausage

32. Fried Cabbage Recipe with Sausage

This fried cabbage recipe with sausage is an easy throw-together recipe you can make in 30 minutes. Perfect for your weeknight dinners!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/turkey-egg-roll-soup-recipe

33. Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup

Nourishing and delicious - This healthy egg roll soup is a cold-weather dish with all of the flavors of an egg roll without the wrapper!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Roasted Garlic Parmesan Cabbage Wedges - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/roasted-garlic-parmesan-cabbage-wedges-recipe

34. Roasted Garlic Parmesan Cabbage Wedges

This roasted cabbage recipe is about the crunchiest ever, and damn good too!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Egg Roll Bowls with Chicken and Cabbage - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/egg-roll-bowls-recipe

35. Egg Roll Bowls with Chicken and Cabbage

This chicken egg roll bowl recipe is super easy to make, and so nourishing. All of the great flavor of Egg Rolls, without the carbs!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Bok Choy Shrimp Soup - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/quick-healthy-shrimp-soup-recipe

36. Bok Choy Shrimp Soup

Take the stress out of dinner! This shrimp and vegetable soup is a quick and no-hassle filling meal that's packed with flavor and healthy ingredients.

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Pan-Seared Cabbage Steaks - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/honey-balsamic-cabbage-steaks-recipe

37. Pan-Seared Cabbage Steaks

These pan fried cabbage steaks are an utterly delicious way to give this green vegetable the spotlight at the dinner table.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Baked Swiss Chard Potato Cakes - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/swiss-chard-potato-cakes-recipe

38. Baked Swiss Chard Potato Cakes

Swiss chards, like all dark leafy green vegetables, are one of the most nutritious, inexpensive and easy to cook real foods! You can easily freeze the patties and use them for a quick lunch or as a side dish for a festive dinner.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Parmesan Chopped Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/parmesan-chopped-salad-recipe

39. Parmesan Chopped Salad

Easy Chopped Salad Recipe - Parmesan chopped salad is fresh and light, perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish. Enjoy this parmesan salad recipe today!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Healthy Tomato Avocado Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/tomato-avocado-salad-recipe

40. Healthy Tomato Avocado Salad

This easy avocado tomato salad is the simplest and healthiest salad recipe you can make!

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What are leafy greens?

Leafy greens are nutrient-rich vegetables or plants with broad, flat, and edible leaves. These include popular choices like lettuce, kale, spinach, and cabbage and more unique options like watercress, bok choy, collard greens, and Swiss chard. Don’t be afraid to try new varieties and experiment with different cooking methods to discover your new favorite leafy greens recipes.

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