Sauteed Daylilies

Elevate your next meal with the delicate beauty and flavor of Sautéed Daylilies, a stunning dish that brings foraged elegance to your table. This quick and simple recipe highlights fresh daylily blossoms, gently sautéed in a blend of butter, olive oil, and garlic to achieve a tender, slightly crisp texture with golden edges. A touch of lemon juice brightens the savory notes, while a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper enhances their natural taste. Perfect as an eye-catching side dish or an unexpected appetizer, these edible flowers are garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant, gourmet finish. With only 15 minutes from prep to plate, Sautéed Daylilies capture the essence of seasonal, natural cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Fresh daylily blossoms
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Carefully inspect the daylily blossoms and make sure they are free of insects or dirt. Gently rinse them in cool water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Remove the green stems and pistils as they can have a bitter flavor.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Add the prepared daylily blossoms to the skillet. Sauté gently for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly and their edges begin to turn golden.

Step 4

Season the blossoms with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir gently to coat them evenly with the seasonings.

Step 5

Add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the skillet and toss the blossoms lightly to brighten the flavor.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the sautéed daylilies to a serving plate. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Step 7

Serve the sautéed daylilies immediately as a unique side dish or elegant appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(660.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	532.9

Total Fat 37.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 1347.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 9.2g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 148.6mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1277.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 29.9%