Sugar-Free Sauteed Greens with Garlic and Lemon
Brighten up your plate with this vibrant and healthy recipe for Sugar-Free Sautéed Greens with Garlic and Lemon! Packed with nutrient-dense mixed greens like kale, spinach, and Swiss chard, this dish is elevated with the bold flavors of golden sautéed garlic, fresh lemon juice, and zest for a tangy citrus kick. Perfect as a quick side dish, it comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Plus, with no added sugar, it’s a guilt-free option for clean eating or low-carb diets. Serve alongside grilled proteins or enjoy as a standalone vegan delight—this recipe is a flavorful and wholesome way to enjoy leafy greens!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 pound Mixed greens (such as kale, spinach, and Swiss chard), roughly chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 unit Lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest, finely grated
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it becomes fragrant and turns a light golden brown. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the mixed greens to the skillet. You may need to do this in batches if your skillet is not large enough to hold all the greens at once. Stir thoroughly to coat the greens in the garlic oil.
Season the greens with salt and black pepper. Continue to sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are wilted and tender.
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the greens and toss to combine. This will add a bright, fresh flavor.
Sprinkle the lemon zest over the greens and give everything one last stir.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a flavorful side dish.
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 | 1452 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.9 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 835 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2494 mg | 53% | |
*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.
