Whole30 Sauteed Greens with Garlic and Lemon
Brighten up your mealtime with Whole30 Sautéed Greens with Garlic and Lemon—a quick, healthy side dish bursting with fresh flavor and nutrients. This versatile recipe combines tender mixed greens like kale, spinach, and Swiss chard with the rich aroma of garlic and the zesty punch of lemon juice and zest. Perfectly seasoned with salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes, these greens are sautéed to perfection in olive oil for a deliciously vibrant dish that pairs beautifully with any protein. Ready in under 20 minutes, this Whole30-compliant recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a healthy, low-carb option that doesn’t skimp on taste. Whether you're following a Whole30 plan or simply looking for a new way to enjoy leafy greens, this garlic and lemon-infused dish is sure to become a favorite!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 8 cups Mixed greens (kale, spinach, Swiss chard)
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed greens. Tear any large leaves into bite-sized pieces if needed.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the heated oil, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the mixed greens to the skillet, tossing them with the garlic-infused oil.
Continue to sauté the greens, stirring occasionally, until they begin to wilt, approximately 4-5 minutes.
Season the greens with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using, and mix well.
Zest the lemon directly over the greens and then cut the lemon in half and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish.
Give the greens a final toss to evenly distribute the lemon zest and juice.
Remove the skillet from heat and serve the sautéed greens immediately as a flavorful Whole30-compliant side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1320 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 461 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1533 mg | 33% | |
*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.
