Sauteed Greens with Garlic
Elevate your side dish game with these simple yet flavorful Sautéed Greens with Garlic, a wholesome recipe packed with vibrant, nutrient-rich leafy greens like spinach, kale, or chard. Infused with the robust aroma of golden, sautéed garlic and finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice, this dish is a perfect balance of earthy and tangy flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an effortless way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals, whether as a healthy accompaniment to roasted meats or a light, plant-based main. For a spicy kick, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes and enjoy a warm, fragrant dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 10 cups Mixed leafy greens (e.g., spinach, kale, chard)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the leafy greens. Tear or chop them into manageable pieces if needed.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden (but not burned).
Add the leafy greens to the skillet a handful at a time, stirring to wilt them before adding more.
Once all the greens are added and wilted, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Sauté the greens for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still vibrant in color.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in lemon juice for a bright, fresh finish.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1350 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1239 mg | 26% | |
*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.
