Low Fat Simple Stir-Fried Greens
Transform your weeknight meals with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Low Fat Simple Stir-Fried Greens recipe! Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy dish combines crisp broccoli, tender spinach, and hearty kale, all tossed in a zesty blend of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and a splash of fresh lemon juice. Light on oil yet big on flavor, this stir-fry is the perfect low-fat option to complement any main course or serve as a wholesome vegetarian entrée. With a touch of red pepper flakes for gentle heat, it's an irresistibly healthy way to enjoy your greens while keeping calories in check. Ideal for busy nights or meal-prepping, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 1 cup broccoli
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 cups kale
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by finely chopping 2 large garlic cloves.
Step 2
Peel and finely chop 1-inch piece of fresh ginger.
Step 3
Wash and chop 1 cup of broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
Step 4
Rinse 2 cups of spinach leaves and roughly chop, discarding any tough stems.
Step 5
Rinse, de-stem, and roughly chop 2 cups of kale leaves.
Step 6
In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Step 7
Add the chopped garlic and ginger, stir-frying for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 8
Add the chopped broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for 3 minutes until they start to become tender.
Step 9
Add the chopped kale to the skillet, stir-frying for an additional 2 minutes until it starts to wilt.
Step 10
Add the spinach to the skillet, followed by 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Step 11
Stir everything together, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until all greens are tender and well combined.
Step 12
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (328.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 270.6 |
| Total Fat 16.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2087.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.6g | |
| Protein 9.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 270.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1156.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories