Ginger Kale
Brighten up your table with the bold and flavorful Ginger Kale, a quick and nutrient-packed side dish that's ready in just 20 minutes! This recipe features tender kale leaves expertly sautéed with aromatic fresh ginger and garlic, enhanced by a savory splash of soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari) and a zesty hit of fresh lemon juice. A pinch of optional red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, making it a perfectly balanced dish that’s as vibrant in flavor as it is in color. Whether paired with your favorite protein or enjoyed on its own, this Ginger Kale recipe is a delicious way to incorporate leafy greens into your meal in a way that feels anything but ordinary.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups kale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and dry the kale. Remove the thick stems and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Peel the fresh ginger and finely mince it. Mince the garlic as well.
Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced ginger and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the chopped kale to the pan in batches, stirring to coat the leaves in the ginger-garlic oil. Allow each batch to wilt slightly before adding more.
Stir in the soy sauce (or tamari), lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Continue sautéing for 4-5 minutes until the kale is tender but still bright green.
If desired, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes for a bit of heat, and stir well.
Remove the skillet from heat and taste for seasoning. Adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the Ginger Kale to a serving dish and serve warm as a side or enjoy on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1639 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 821 mg | 17% | |
*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.
