Sauteed Greens
Elevate your veggie game with this quick and flavorful recipe for sautéed greens! Perfect as a healthy side dish or a versatile topping, these greens are lightly cooked with fragrant garlic, a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes, and a fresh splash of lemon juice for balance. Featuring a mix of kale, spinach, or Swiss chard, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes and highlights the vibrant color and tender texture of leafy greens. Seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper, it’s a nutrient-packed addition to any meal and can be paired with grains, proteins, or pasta for added versatility. A must-try for those seeking delicious, easy, and wholesome recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups Mixed leafy greens (such as kale, spinach, or Swiss chard), washed and roughly chopped
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoons Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Gradually add the mixed leafy greens to the skillet, a handful at a time, stirring as you go to allow them to wilt evenly.
Once all the greens have been added and wilted, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes for a hint of heat (if using).
Season the greens with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Cook the greens for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully tender but still bright in color.
If desired, drizzle the sautéed greens with lemon juice just before serving for added brightness.
Transfer the greens to a serving dish and enjoy as a side or a topping for grains, proteins, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1281 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 814 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.
