High Protein Sauteed Kale with Garlic and Lemon
Elevate your greens game with this nutrient-packed High Protein Sautéed Kale with Garlic and Lemon recipe! Perfect as a healthy side dish or a light main course, this vibrant and flavorful dish combines tender sautéed kale and protein-rich chickpeas, infused with the aromatic zing of garlic, bright lemon juice, and zest. A sprinkle of nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, umami dimension while keeping it plant-based and wholesome. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights and brims with vitamins, fiber, and deliciousness. Whether you're meal prepping or serving fresh, this dish is sure to be a go-to favorite for clean eating enthusiasts and garlic lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams kale, fresh
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1 whole lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Instructions
Wash the kale thoroughly and remove the stems. Chop the kale leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant but not browned.
Add the chopped kale to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the garlic and olive oil. Cover the skillet and let the kale cook for 3-4 minutes, or until it starts to wilt.
Add the cooked chickpeas to the skillet. Stir to combine and warm them through, cooking for about 2-3 additional minutes.
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and nutritional yeast to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the kale is tender and everything is well mixed.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.9 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2137 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.9 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.6 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1468 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2804 mg | 60% | |
*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.
