Vegan Kale Recipe | Hearty Winter Dish

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Vegan Kale Recipe | Hearty Winter Dish

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    The best thing about winter? It’s kale season again! With our vegan kale recipe, you can easily bring this hearty classic right to your home.

    Nutritional values per serving

    Ergibt 5 Portionen
    Kalorien 240
    Kohlenhydrate 15 g
    Fette 14 g
    Fiber 7 g
    Protein 14 g

    ZUTATEN

    Portionen
    • 0.2 kg kale without hard stems (fresh or frozen – see FAQ)
    • 0.4 onions
    • 0.4 garlic cloves
    • 0.4 tbsp olive oil
    • 100 ml vegetable broth
    • 0.2 tbsp medium mustard
    • 0.1 tsp smoked paprika powder for a smoky flavor
    • salt
    • pepper
    • 0.2 splash lemon juice
    • 0.2 pinch allspice (optional)
    • 40 g smoked tofu (used as a meat substitute) (optional)

    • Notes

    • Missing an ingredient? No problem! Further down you’ll find a substitution table with easy alternatives for everything listed here!

    Instructions

    1

    Wash your kale thoroughly and remove the thick stems. Chop it finely.
    2 Bring about 3 liters of salted water to a boil and blanch your kale for 3 minutes. This helps it keep its vibrant color. Don’t be shy with the salt: use one heaping teaspoon per liter of water.
    3 Drain the kale after 3 minutes and rinse quickly with cold water.
    4 While the kale drains, peel and finely dice the onions and garlic.
    5 Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté the onions over medium heat until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes.
    6

    Add your kale, pour in the vegetable broth, and let it simmer gently with the lid slightly ajar for about 30 minutes. The kale should be tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally and add more broth if it evaporates too much.
    7 If you’re using smoked tofu, dice it and fry it in a bit of oil until crisp. Add it to the kale about 10 minutes before the end of cooking for a heartier, smoky flavor.
    8

    If the kale seems too watery near the end, remove the lid for the last few minutes to reduce the liquid.
    9

    Stir in the mustard and season to taste with salt, pepper, paprika powder, lemon juice, and allspice. Enjoy your meal!

    Recipe Note

    Grandma’s kale is the ultimate winter comfort food. With our vegan kale recipe, you can easily recreate this classic at home. Did you know that kale isn’t just delicious but also rich in nutrients like vitamin C, calcium, and iron? It’s the perfect addition to a balanced diet.

     

    Kale, just the way you like it!

    Whether you prefer your kale as a vegetarian dish, a hearty vegan stew, or with (plant-based) sausages – this recipe works for every style. You can easily adjust it to your taste!

    • Kale without meat: Cooking kale vegan doesn’t mean losing flavor. Thanks to the spices, your kale tastes just as rich and hearty – and if you miss sausages, vegan ones make the perfect side.

    • Kale with smoked tofu: If you love that smoky, meaty flavor, smoked tofu is your best friend. It might sound unusual at first, but it’s packed with protein and adds depth to your dish.

    • With potatoes as a stew or simply on its own: Sometimes you want a full meal with sides, and sometimes the kale itself is the star. Everything’s possible!

    No matter how you make it, our vegan kale recipe is simple, delicious, and your go-to winter warmer. In just a few easy steps, you’ll have a cozy, hearty meal on your plate. Bonus: Kale makes great meal prep – it tastes even better the next day after resting overnight!

     

    Make it a Meal

    Kale is delicious on its own – but even better with sides. Make it the star of your meal with these pairing ideas:

    Vegan kale stew with all the good stuff
    Add potatoes and smoked tofu or sliced vegan sausages about 15 minutes before the end of cooking for a hearty vegan kale stew.

    Trio of goodness – perfect for families
    Serve your kale with sides like fried potatoes or mashed potatoes and some vegan sausages or lentil patties. Everyone can build their own plate!

    Lasagna, soup, chips & more
    Kale is more versatile than you think! You can cook it, bake it, fry it, or even enjoy it raw in salads. Try kale lasagna, creamy soup, or crispy kale chips – want those recipes too? Let us know!

     

    Substitution Table

    We’ve all been there: you want to cook something but you’re missing an ingredient. No problem – here’s a substitution table to adapt this vegan kale recipe however you like. Swap ingredients as needed!

    • Onions → shallots

    • Garlic cloves → garlic powder

    • Olive oil → vegan butter or other vegetable oils/fats

    • Smoked tofu → vegan sausages or plant-based bacon

    Our kale recipe is 100% vegan – but of course, you can adjust it however you prefer!

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      ZUTATEN

      Portionen
      • 0.2 kg kale without hard stems (fresh or frozen – see FAQ)
      • 0.4 onions
      • 0.4 garlic cloves
      • 0.4 tbsp olive oil
      • 100 ml vegetable broth
      • 0.2 tbsp medium mustard
      • 0.1 tsp smoked paprika powder for a smoky flavor
      • salt
      • pepper
      • 0.2 splash lemon juice
      • 0.2 pinch allspice (optional)
      • 40 g smoked tofu (used as a meat substitute) (optional)

      • Notes

      • Missing an ingredient? No problem! Further down you’ll find a substitution table with easy alternatives for everything listed here!

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Well, you won’t get the exact flavor of traditional sausages and the like in this recipe, of course. But this vegan kale dish is just as flavorful, warming, and hearty as the original – you won’t miss a thing!

      Of course! Feel free to adjust our recipe however you like. Add (vegan) sausages, bacon, or any other ingredients you enjoy.

      Both! The recipe contains no animal ingredients at all, making it perfect for both vegans and vegetarians.

      Yes! It’s even easier that way — no cleaning or blanching needed, and the cooking time shortens to about 20 minutes. We use fresh kale in this vegan recipe, but of course, that’s totally up to you!