Low Fat Sauteed Greens with Garlic and Lemon
Brighten up your table with this quick and easy recipe for Low Fat Sautéed Greens with Garlic and Lemon—a vibrant, nutrient-packed side dish that’s as healthy as it is flavorful. Featuring a medley of fresh greens like spinach, kale, or Swiss chard sautéed to perfection in a touch of olive oil with golden garlic, this dish is elevated by a zesty splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fragrant lemon zest. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a versatile, low-calorie option perfect for complementing grilled proteins or hearty vegetarian mains. Bursting with fresh citrus notes and packed with vitamins, this guilt-free recipe proves that healthy eating can taste amazing!
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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoons Olive oil
- 3 medium, finely sliced Garlic cloves
- 12 ounces Fresh greens (such as spinach, kale, or Swiss chard)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the greens: wash them thoroughly under cold water, remove any tough stems, and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until it becomes fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the greens to the skillet. If using a mix like kale or Swiss chard, add them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Stir continuously so that the greens wilt evenly.
Step 5
Cook the greens for about 3 to 5 minutes or until they are wilted and tender. If the greens start to brown, reduce the heat slightly.
Step 6
Add the lemon juice to the skillet and toss the greens to combine and enhance their flavor with the citrus notes.
Step 7
Season the greens with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the lemon zest over the greens for an added layer of lemon fragrance.
Step 9
Transfer the sautéed greens to a serving dish and serve immediately as a vibrant and low-fat side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (388.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 253.1 |
| Total Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1303.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.4g | |
| Protein 11.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 431.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1684.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories