Sugar-Free Steamed Greens with Lemon and Garlic
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant recipe for Sugar-Free Steamed Greens with Lemon and Garlic. Bursting with fresh, nutrient-packed leafy greens like spinach, kale, or chard, this quick and healthy dish is ready in just 20 minutes. The tender greens are perfectly steamed to maintain their vibrant color and flavor, then tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made with fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and a hint of extra virgin olive oil. Seasoned with a touch of salt and freshly ground pepper, this sugar-free recipe is as wholesome as it is delicious. Serve as a light entrée or pair with your favorite main dish for a simple, refreshing, and low-carb side that’s perfect for any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Fresh spinach leaves (or any mixed leafy greens such as kale, chard, or collard greens)
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (extra virgin)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Thoroughly rinse your greens under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris. Shake off excess water or pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Prepare the garlic by peeling and finely mincing the cloves. Set aside.
Using a large pot with a steamer insert or basket, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Place the greens in the steamer basket, cover with a lid, and steam for 4-6 minutes, or until the greens are tender and vibrant in color. For tougher greens like kale or collard greens, steam for 8-10 minutes.
While the greens are steaming, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Once the greens are cooked, transfer them to a serving dish. Drizzle the lemon-garlic dressing over the top while the greens are still warm. Toss gently to coat evenly.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a light entrée. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.8 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 880 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2056 mg | 44% | |
*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.
