Balsalmic Kale and Squash Saute
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Balsamic Kale and Squash Sauté. Tender, golden-edged butternut squash pairs beautifully with hearty kale, all infused with the tangy sweetness of balsamic vinegar and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, olive oil, and black pepper, this quick and easy one-pan recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal side dish or a wholesome plant-based main when served over grains like quinoa or farro. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and bold flavors, this versatile dish is a delicious way to embrace seasonal vegetables in your cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups kale
- 2 cups butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups water
Instructions
Prepare the butternut squash: peel, seed, and dice it into 1/2-inch cubes.
Wash and remove stems from the kale. Tear or chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced butternut squash to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender and golden on the edges. Remove the squash from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the kale and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Add 1/4 cup of water and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the kale is tender and reduced in volume.
Return the cooked butternut squash to the skillet with the kale. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and toss to combine.
Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm as a side dish or over grains for a hearty main.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1288 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1825 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
