Kale Winter Greens with Garlic
Brighten up your cold-weather meals with this simple yet flavor-packed recipe for Kale Winter Greens with Garlic. This dish features a hearty medley of kale and mixed winter greens like mustard greens, collard greens, or Swiss chard, sautéed to perfection in olive oil infused with fragrant garlic. A hint of red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, balanced by a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this nutrient-rich side dish is as quick as it is versatile—serve it alongside roasted meats, spoon it over a bed of grains, or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying vegetarian option. Packed with vitamins, fiber, and bold flavors, this recipe is the perfect way to showcase seasonal greens in their best light.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups kale
- 4 cups mixed winter greens (such as mustard greens, collard greens, or Swiss chard)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the kale and winter greens thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner.
Remove the tough stems from the kale and winter greens, then chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the heated oil and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Add the chopped kale and winter greens to the skillet in batches, stirring after each addition to allow them to wilt slightly before adding more.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the greens and continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender but still vibrant in color.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the kale winter greens to a serving dish and serve warm as a side dish or over cooked grains for a hearty meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.6 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1959 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 801 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1590 mg | 34% | |
*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.
