Sauteed Greens

Elevate your veggie game with this quick and flavorful recipe for sautéed greens! Perfect as a healthy side dish or a versatile topping, these greens are lightly cooked with fragrant garlic, a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes, and a fresh splash of lemon juice for balance. Featuring a mix of kale, spinach, or Swiss chard, this dish comes together in just 20 minutes and highlights the vibrant color and tender texture of leafy greens. Seasoned simply with olive oil, salt, and pepper, it’s a nutrient-packed addition to any meal and can be paired with grains, proteins, or pasta for added versatility. A must-try for those seeking delicious, easy, and wholesome recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups Mixed leafy greens (such as kale, spinach, or Swiss chard), washed and roughly chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoons Lemon juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 3

Gradually add the mixed leafy greens to the skillet, a handful at a time, stirring as you go to allow them to wilt evenly.

Step 4

Once all the greens have been added and wilted, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes for a hint of heat (if using).

Step 5

Season the greens with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 6

Cook the greens for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully tender but still bright in color.

Step 7

If desired, drizzle the sautéed greens with lemon juice just before serving for added brightness.

Step 8

Transfer the greens to a serving dish and enjoy as a side or a topping for grains, proteins, or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(206.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	325.5

Total Fat 29.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1280.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 6.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 203.6mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 813.6mg	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: 75.8%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 17.1%