Sauteed Leafy Greens with Grapefruit Vinaigrette
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with these vibrant Sautéed Leafy Greens with Grapefruit Vinaigrette! This quick and easy recipe combines nutrient-packed greens like kale, spinach, or Swiss chard with the zesty brightness of a freshly squeezed grapefruit dressing. The balance of earthy sautéed garlic, a hint of sweetness from honey or maple syrup, and a tangy Dijon mustard kick make this dish irresistibly flavorful. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes, these greens come together in just 20 minutes, making them an ideal accompaniment to weeknight meals or holiday entertaining. Garnish with fragrant grapefruit zest for an elegant finishing touch and serve warm or at room temperature for a healthy, refreshing twist on your usual veggie rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups Leafy greens (e.g., kale, spinach, or Swiss chard, stems removed, roughly chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Grapefruit zest (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the grapefruit juice, honey or maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Set the vinaigrette aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the chopped leafy greens to the skillet in batches, allowing each batch to wilt slightly before adding more.
Season the greens with salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Stir occasionally and cook for 5-7 minutes until the greens are tender but still vibrant in color.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the grapefruit vinaigrette over the sautéed greens. Toss gently to combine.
Transfer the greens to a serving dish, sprinkle with grapefruit zest if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2638 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 995 mg | 21% | |
*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.
