Toasted Sesame Greens
Elevate your side dish game with these flavorful Toasted Sesame Greens, a quick and easy recipe packed with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Featuring tender kale, spinach, or chard sautéed with aromatic garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of heat from optional red pepper flakes, this dish is finished with a drizzle of nutty sesame oil and a sprinkle of crunchy toasted sesame seeds. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect healthy addition to any dinner spread or a versatile topping for rice. Whether you’re meal prepping or crafting a vibrant plant-based meal, these sesame-infused greens deliver a delicious balance of savory and umami goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Fresh greens (kale, spinach, or chard)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 3 count Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the greens. If using kale or chard, remove tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the prepared greens to the skillet along with 2 tablespoons of water. Toss to combine and cover the skillet with a lid. Let the greens steam for 2-3 minutes.
Remove the lid and stir in the soy sauce and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender and any excess water has evaporated.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over the greens and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Toss gently to coat evenly.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm as a side dish or over rice for a simple meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 699 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 488 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1727 mg | 37% | |
*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.
