26 Vibrant Purple Recipes Full of Anthocyanins

Purple foods owe their stunning hues to natural pigments called anthocyanins, compounds that are not only responsible for the color but also packed with health benefits. Found in a variety of fruits, vegetables, and grains, these pigments can range from red to deep violets to bright lavenders, depending on the pH levels of the plant’s environment.

These recipes are delicious, beautiful, and full of this powerful compound.

Rotkohl (Braised Sweet & Sour Cabbage)

Plate of braised red or purple cabbage.
Photo Credit: Envato Elements.

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Rotkohl is a sweet and sour braised purple cabbage side dish from Germany. This delicious side is a staple for Sunday dinners and holidays, and it is especially traditional to serve alongside German beef dishes like rouladen and sauerbraten.

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Purple Cabbage Soup

Two bowls of red cabbage soup served with sour cream.
Photo Credit: The Peasant’s Daughter.

Smoky bacon complements the earthy cabbage and root vegetables in this perfectly spiced and flavorful soup. A thrifty and economical choice that is simple to prepare and very tasty.

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Purple Cabbage Sauerkraut

An assortment of sauerkrauts made in jars, including purple cabbage sauerkraut.
Photo Credit: The Peasant’s Daughter.

Have you ever made sauerkraut before? Why not try making it with purple cabbage too?

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The Best Ube Mochi

Ubi Mochi arranged on a white plate, topped with coconut flakes.
Photo Credit: Plates by Nat.

Indulge in The Best Ube Mochi, a delightful twist on the classic Japanese treat, featuring the vibrant flavor of purple yam.

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Herb Salad with Optional Edible Flowers

A green salad with herbs and purple flowers.
Photo Credit: Art of Naturally Living.

Flowers aren’t just for beauty and scent — some are also edible. Try adding them to a salad like this one.

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Mediterranean Air Fried Japanese Sweet Potato Fries With Yogurt Sauce

A plate of mediterranean-style air-fried Japanese sweet potato fries served with yogurt sauce.
Photo Credit: Avocado Skillet.

Crispy and flavorful Mediterranean air-fried Japanese sweet potato fries served with a creamy yogurt sauce—a delicious and healthy snack or side dish.

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Purple Kale Salad With Lentils, Apple, Roasted Beets & Blue Cheese

A purple kale salad with all sorts of vegetables and grains.
Photo Credit: Rosanna Etc.

A purple kale salad bursting with flavor from lentils, cheese, and roasted veggies.

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Easy Blackberry Smoothie With Almond Milk And Cauliflower

A purple smoothie with fresh blackberry garnish.
Photo Credit: Fit Mama Real Food.

An easy and refreshing smoothie where the sweet-tart taste of blackberries hides the cauliflower.

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Beet Kvass

Chopped beets in mason jar for making kvass.
Photo Credit: The Peasant’s Daughter.

Beet kvass is an ancient Eastern European beverage and a traditional addition to borscht soup. All you need is beets, salt, and water, but my version also includes instructions for optional fresh ginger and apples.

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Smoky Spiralized Purple Sweet Potato Fries

Spiralized purple sweet potato fries served on a white plate.
Photo Credit: Strength and Sunshine.

Enjoy the smoky goodness of spiralized purple sweet potato fries, a colorful and tasty alternative to regular fries that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.

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Simple Air Fryer Whole Roasted Beets in Foil

Air-fried roasted beets served on a white plate.
Photo Credit: Dinners Done Quick.

Make mealtime a breeze with simple air fryer whole roasted beets in foil, a hassle-free way to enjoy the earthy sweetness of roasted beets.

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Blueberry Lemon Sourdough Sweet Rolls

Sourdough blueberry lemon sweet rolls topped with icing and sprinkled with lemon zest on a wooden plate.
Photo Credit: Good to Gather.

Treat yourself to the perfect blend of tart blueberries and zesty lemon in these irresistible blueberry lemon sourdough sweet rolls, a delightful twist on a breakfast classic.

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Purple Phyllo Baked Egg Rolls

Purple phyllo baked egg rolls served with plum sauce on a wooden plate.
Photo Credit: The Foodolic.

Savor the unique flavors of purple phyllo baked egg rolls, filled with a delicious blend of savory ingredients and wrapped in crispy phyllo pastry.

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Gluten-Free Blueberry Galette With Lemon (GF, DF)

Blueberry lemon galette garnished with lemon slices and thyme on a serving plate.
Photo Credit: At The Immigrant’s Table.

Delight in a gluten-free blueberry galette with lemon, featuring a buttery crust filled with juicy blueberries and a hint of citrusy goodness.

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Ube Flavored Eggless Macaroon

A plate of ube-flavored eggless macaroons.
Photo Credit: The Bonnie Fig.

Whip up a batch of easy-to-make ube-flavored eggless macaroons, a delightful Filipino-inspired treat bursting with coconut and ube goodness.

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Acai Bowls

A bowl of acai smoothie topped with a dollop of yogurt, granola, and seasonal fresh fruit.
Photo Credit: Get Inspired Everyday.

Dive into a refreshing bowl of acai, topped with your favorite fruits, nuts, and seeds—a nutritious and delicious way to start your day.

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Easy Purple Pancakes: Filipino Ube Powder Recipe

A stack of purple pancakes on a plate, topped with berries and drizzled with chocolate sauce.
Photo Credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Start your morning right with easy purple pancakes made with Filipino ube powder. They offer a unique twist on the classic breakfast favorite.

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Ube Cheesecake

Ube cheesecake with coconut, dusted with ube powder, served on a cake plate with a cake knife and fork.
Photo Credit: Keep Calm And Eat Ice Cream.

Indulge your sweet tooth with a creamy and decadent ube cheesecake featuring the irresistible flavor of purple yam.

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Whole Wheat Blackberry Pancakes

Whole wheat blackberry pancakes stacked on a plate, garnished with extra blackberries, drizzled with maple syrup, and topped with extra butter.
Photo Credit: Fit Mama Real Food.

Wake up to the aroma of homemade whole wheat blackberry pancakes, bursting with juicy blackberries and wholesome goodness.

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Blueberry Panna Cotta Tart

Blueberry panna cotta tart topped with blueberries and whipped cream on a serving plate.
Photo Credit: Veena Aazmanov.

Treat yourself to a luscious blueberry panna cotta tart, combining creamy panna cotta with a tangy blueberry topping in a crisp tart shell.

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No-Churn Blueberry Ice Cream

Blueberry ice cream topped with fresh blueberries in an ice cream glass.
Photo Credit: Veena Azmanov.

Beat the heat with deliciously simple no-churn blueberry ice cream, made with just a few ingredients and bursting with fresh blueberry flavor.

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Blueberry Curd Tart with Chocolate Cookie Crust

Blueberry curd tart with a chocolate cookie crust, topped with extra berries, whipped cream, and additional blueberry reduction, served on a round wooden cake stand.
Photo Credit: Straight To The Hips Baby.

Impress your guests with a beautiful fresh blueberry curd tart with a chocolate cookie crust—a stunning dessert that’s as delicious as it is elegant.

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Blueberry Goat Cheese Log

Blueberry goat cheese log served with crackers and garnished with fresh thyme and extra blueberries on a rectangular serving plate.
Photo Credit: Best Appetizers.

Elevate your cheese board with a blueberry goat cheese log, featuring creamy goat cheese rolled in fresh blueberries for a sweet and savory treat.

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Purple Sweet Potato Pie

Purple sweet potato pie nestled on a homemade gingersnap crust, garnished with fresh purple flowers on a cake glass stand.
Photo Credit: Whisking Wolf.

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of purple sweet potato pie, a classic dessert with a colorful twist.

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Raspberry Crumble Cookies

Stack raspberry crumble cookies on a plate.
Photo Credit: Love From The Oven.

Enjoy the irresistible combination of sweet raspberries and crunchy crumble in these delicious raspberry crumble cookies.

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Rhubarb Pie

Rhubarb pie with flaked almonds around the edges served on a dessert plate, accompanied by a bowl filled with extra flaked almonds and a wooden spoon.
Photo Credit: Chef’s Pencil.

End your meal on a sweet note with a classic rhubarb pie. This pie features tangy rhubarb filling nestled in a flaky pie crust.

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7 Purple Cabbage Recipes

German sauerbraten covered in sauce next to rotkohl, braised purple or red cabbage.
Photo Credit: The Peasant’s Daughter.

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