Garlicky Greens Saute
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful Garlicky Greens Sauté, a vibrant medley of nutrient-packed leafy greens like kale, spinach, and chard. Infused with the irresistible aroma of golden, sautéed garlic and a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes, this easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty finish, perfectly complementing the greens’ natural earthiness. Whether served warm alongside your favorite main dishes or as a versatile topping for grain bowls, pasta, or toast, this healthy and delicious sauté is a must-try for anyone craving simple yet bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups Mixed leafy greens (e.g., kale, spinach, and chard), washed and roughly chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant and just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the mixed leafy greens to the pan, a few handfuls at a time, allowing them to wilt slightly before adding more.
Once all the greens are in the pan, sprinkle with the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Toss everything together to combine.
Continue to sauté the greens, stirring frequently, for 4-6 minutes, or until tender but still vibrant in color.
Remove the pan from the heat and immediately drizzle the greens with the lemon juice. Toss gently to distribute the flavor.
Serve the garlicky greens warm as a side dish, or use them as a topping for grain bowls, pasta, or toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1316 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1272 mg | 27% | |
*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.
