Simple Stir-Fried Greens
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this "Simple Stir-Fried Greens" recipe—an effortless, healthy side dish bursting with vibrant flavor. Featuring a mix of nutrient-rich greens like kale, Swiss chard, or spinach, this dish is infused with the aromatic punch of garlic and fresh ginger. Finished with a savory blend of soy sauce and sesame oil, and sprinkled with nutty sesame seeds, these greens are quick to prepare and ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect as a standalone side dish or served over rice, this recipe guarantees bold flavor with minimal effort. It's a one-pan wonder that's vegan, gluten-free adaptable, and sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams mixed greens (such as kale, Swiss chard, or spinach)
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean towel or use a salad spinner. Trim any tough stems and coarsely chop the leaves.
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly. Peel and thinly slice the ginger.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the sliced garlic and ginger, stirring frequently until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.
Add the chopped greens into the wok and toss them quickly to coat with the oil and aromatics. Stir continuously as the greens begin to wilt.
Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, continuing to stir-fry until the greens are tender and the liquid is evenly distributed, about 3-4 minutes.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the greens and toss briefly to combine.
Remove the stir-fried greens from the heat and serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 568 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 726 mg | 15% | |
*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.
