Best 6 Kale With Sweet Corn Recipes

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Kale and sweet corn are two delicious and nutritious vegetables that can be combined to create a variety of flavorful and healthy dishes. Kale is a leafy green vegetable that is high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Sweet corn is a starchy vegetable that is high in fiber and natural sugars. When these two vegetables are cooked together, they create a dish that is both satisfying and good for you. Kale and sweet corn can be cooked in a variety of ways, including sautéing, stir-frying, roasting, and boiling. They can also be added to soups, stews, and salads. No matter how you choose to cook them, kale and sweet corn are sure to please your palate and nourish your body.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CORN AND KALE SALAD



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Fresh summer side dish that puts kale to good use. Flavored with sweet pineapple juice and zesty Cajun seasoning. Corn and kale often come together in a CSA box as well, so never through that kale away again! You can sub your favorite citrus juice for pineapple juice for a different flavor.

Provided by KatieTries2Cook

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ears sweet corn, husked
2 bunches kale - stems removed and discarded, leaves torn into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup pineapple juice
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons salsa
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, or to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add corn to boiling water and turn off heat. Let corn soak in hot water for 5 minutes. Remove the corn, reserving the cooking water in the pot. Set corn aside to cool before slicing kernels from the cobs into a mixing bowl.
  • Return the pot of water to a boil; add kale and 1 teaspoon salt. Boil kale until bright green and tender, about 5 minutes; drain and set kale aside to cool. Once cool enough to handle, squeeze as much liquid from the kale as you can. Separate leaves and add to bowl with corn kernels.
  • Stir red bell pepper, pineapple juice, olive oil, salsa, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder into the corn and kale.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 653 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

SPICY KALE AND CORN STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Superfood kale and sweet corn create a duo rich in vitamin A. The pepper jack cheese adds tons of spice while binding the stuffing for the chicken. If spicy's not your thing, try Monterey Jack or Havarti cheese instead for creamy without the heat.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 34m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 teaspoons olive oil
5 1/2 ounces frozen chopped kale (about 2 cups)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Kosher salt
1/3 cup frozen whole kernel corn
2 ounces pepper jack cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)
Four 8-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the kale, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until the kale is softened and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the corn and cook, stirring, until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a bowl to cool slightly, and then stir in the cheese.
  • Insert a thin paring knife into the thickest part of the chicken breast and cut down the side to make a 3-inch pocket. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts. Then evenly stuff with the kale mixture.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, 3 to 4 minutes. Rub the chicken breasts with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and sprinkle with a total of 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add all 4 chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Then lower heat to medium. Continue cooking, turning once halfway through, until just cooked through, about 14 minutes more. Insert a small paring knife into the top of the chicken to test for doneness. If any pink areas remain, cover the skillet and continue to cook until opaque.
  • Transfer the chicken and any bits of filling that fell into the skillet onto 4 plates. Stir the broth and flour together in a small bowl and then add to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Spoon the pan sauce over the chicken.

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

KALE WITH SWEET CORN



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Categories     Vegetable     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears) or defrosted frozen corn
1 bunch kale, tough stems and center ribs removed and leaves chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/4 cup vegetable broth, no-salt-added or low sodium
1/4 cup chopped walnuts and/or slivered almonds, very lightly toasted*
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, if desired

Steps:

  • If using fresh corn, boil ears of corn until tender, about 4 minutes. Cut kernels from cobs with a sharp knife. Set aside. Steam the kale for 15 minutes or until tender. When the kale is done, place in a colander and press to remove excess liquid. Heat 2 tablespoons water in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic until soft, about 2 minutes, Add the corn, kale and vegetable broth. Reduce heat to low and cook until kale and corn are heated through, stirring frequently. Toss in the lightly toasted nuts and add black pepper if desired. *toast walnuts and almonds in a preheated oven at 300 degrees for 3 minutes, stirring frequently

WHITE RISOTTO WITH CORN, CARROTS, AND KALE



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When we lived in New York City, we had a farmers' market half a block from our front steps. Every Wednesday, we'd stroll down the block with Greta and let her pick three vegetables for dinner that night. Her combinations were good challenges for my cooking muscle. When summer slipped into fall one cool morning, we brought home corn, kale, and young purple carrots, and this dish was born. Risotto is the ultimate comfort food--warm and filling--and when it comes right down to it, easier than most of us believe. Make this with your favorite vegetables in any season, adding more if you're a veggie-centric sort, or less if you want mostly soothing rice. The white risotto combo (onion, rice, white wine, Parm) is a classic and morphs readily to your whim.

Provided by Sarah Copeland

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cups (400 grams) Arborio rice
2/3 cup (160 milliliters) dry white wine
5 to 5 1/2 cups (1.2 to 1.3 liters) chicken or vegetable broth or water, warm
Fine sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick/56 grams) unsalted butter
1 bunch small heirloom carrots (about 6), trimmed and scrubbed, halved lengthwise
1/2 bunch (45 grams) Tuscan kale, larger leaves torn or cut into pieces (about 3 cups)
1 ear corn, kernels cut from the cob
1/2 cup (15 grams) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more coarsely grated for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring, until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and stir to coat with the oil. Stir in the wine and cook until the wine has evaporated, 1 minute more.
  • Stir in 2 cups (480 milliliters) of the warm broth and salt and pepper to taste, and bring to a boil. Stir, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook until the liquid has evaporated. Season with salt and pepper. Add 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) of the broth and continue stirring, adding more broth 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) at a time, until the liquid has evaporated and the rice is al dente, 20 to 25 minutes. Most of the liquid should be absorbed and the rice just cooked, with about 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) broth remaining.
  • While the rice cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the carrots and brown slightly. Add 3 tablespoons water and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until just fork tender, but still deep in color, adding additional splashes of water to the pan as needed. Add the kale and stir to wilt, 5 minutes more. Add the corn and cook until the kernels turn bright yellow but are still crisp, 1 minute more. Season the vegetables well and use a slotted spoon to remove them from the liquid.
  • Stir in another 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) broth to the risotto as needed; add the remaining 3 tablespoons butter and the cheese and stir. Stir in the vegetables, or serve the risotto in bowls topped with the warm vegetables and coarsely grated Parmesan.

KALE-CORN FRITTERS



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Adapted from an adaptation from Cait Johnson's book, "Witch in the Kitchen". These are yummy and while they taste awful for you- are pretty good, especially with all the super-nutritious kale they contain. They go well with traditional Southern dishes- I think they would be very good with fried catfish. They also freeze well. I just cook mine at about 350F for 5-7 min in my toaster oven still frozen and eat! Be sure to cut your kale small enough, because the large chunks can be kind of offensive. Times are estimates.

Provided by Roosie

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt, to taste
2 cups fresh corn or 2 cups frozen corn
2 cups kale, chopped and packed (finely or roughly, depending on how much "kale" flavor you want)
2 eggs
2 tablespoons melted butter or 2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups milk
1 cup diced onion (optional)
2 -4 slices bacon, crumbled (if you choose to add the bacon, it is nice to use the some of the fat for frying) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the flour, cornmeal, salt, kale and corn.
  • In a medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs.
  • Mix in the oil/butter, and milk.
  • Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients.
  • This makes mixing in easier and faster.
  • If you are using the onion, sautee it, then add to your batter.
  • Also, if you are using the bacon, cook it and crumble it into the batter.
  • Reserve some of the bacon grease.
  • For both of these, it is better if you can cook your fritters in the same pan- the fact that you already cooked flavorful foods in that pan will add to the flavor of the fritters.
  • Do not worry if the batter seems kind of thin.
  • Due to the eggs it should fry up fine.
  • However, if you try one and feel it is still too thin, feel free to add more flour- about a Tbs at a time.
  • Heat a frying pan with oil and/or bacon grease over medium heat.
  • Add dollops (about 1/4 cup) of the batter and fry.
  • When the fritters are ready to be flipped they will begin to look firm and egg-like around the edges and begin to bubble slightly (This should be about 3 minutes).
  • Flip and cook the other side (1-2 min).
  • It is much like cooking pancakes, and is pretty easy to get the hang of.
  • You may need to fiddle with your heat.
  • Be sure these are cooked through as they do contain raw eggs.
  • Serve warm.
  • I like mine with sour cream, my boyfriend likes his with sour cream and cheddar.
  • For Vegetarian Omit the bacon.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and tender kale: Look for kale with dark, green leaves and no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Prepare the kale properly: Wash the kale thoroughly and remove the tough stems. Cut the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: Kale can be sautéed, steamed, roasted, or added to soups and stews. Experiment with different cooking methods to find your favorite way to enjoy kale.
  • Add other vegetables: Kale pairs well with a variety of other vegetables, such as sweet corn, carrots, onions, and bell peppers. Add your favorite vegetables to create a colorful and flavorful dish.
  • Season to taste: Kale has a slightly bitter taste, so it's important to season it well. Use salt, pepper, garlic, and other spices to enhance the flavor of the kale.

Conclusion:

Kale is a versatile and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its mild flavor and slightly bitter taste, kale is a great addition to salads, soups, stews, and stir-fries. It can also be roasted or sautéed as a side dish. By following these tips, you can prepare delicious and healthy kale dishes that the whole family will enjoy.

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