Paleo Simple Stir-Fried Greens
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this "Paleo Simple Stir-Fried Greens" recipe, a quick and nutrient-packed side dish perfect for any Paleo meal plan. Featuring a flavorful medley of kale, spinach, and collard greens, this recipe is seasoned with fragrant garlic, freshly grated ginger, and a tangy squeeze of lemon juice. A hint of crushed red pepper flakes adds an optional kick, while toasted sesame seeds provide a delightful crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy stir-fry combines wholesome ingredients with effortless preparation, making it a deliciously simple way to incorporate leafy greens into your diet. Pair it with your favorite protein for a satisfying and balanced meal that’s both paleo-friendly and irresistibly tasty!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cups kale, chopped
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 cups collard greens, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the chopped kale, spinach, and collard greens to the skillet. Stir continuously for 5-7 minutes, or until the greens are wilted and tender.
Season the greens with sea salt and black pepper, adjusting the seasoning to taste.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the greens, tossing to combine.
Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes for a bit of heat, and garnish with toasted sesame seeds for added flavor, if desired.
Serve immediately as a nutritious side dish alongside your favorite Paleo main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2553 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 972 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2364 mg | 50% | |
*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.
