Sauteed Greens with Lemon
Brighten up your mealtime with this quick and healthy recipe for Sautéed Greens with Lemon! A medley of hearty greens like kale, spinach, and Swiss chard are sautéed to perfection in fragrant olive oil with minced garlic, then finished with a splash of fresh lemon juice for a zesty twist. This dish is perfectly seasoned with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and an optional kick of red pepper flakes, offering a balance of bold and refreshing flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an easy, nutrient-packed side dish that pairs beautifully with your favorite proteins or grains. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a versatile addition to your meal prep repertoire, these vibrant sautéed greens are both simple and satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups mixed greens (e.g., kale, spinach, and Swiss chard)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 piece lemon, juiced
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the greens. Remove any tough stems and roughly chop the leaves into manageable pieces.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Allow the oil to warm up until it shimmers.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Gradually add the greens to the skillet in batches if necessary, stirring frequently to allow them to wilt evenly.
Once all the greens are wilted and tender (about 5–7 minutes), season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for some heat.
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the sautéed greens and stir to combine. Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and transfer the greens to a serving platter. Serve immediately as a side dish, or use them as a base for a grain bowl or protein topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1450 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1689 mg | 36% | |
*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.
