Sauteed Greens with Garlic and Lemon

Brighten up your table with this quick and flavorful recipe for Sautéed Greens with Garlic and Lemon, a perfect healthy side dish that's ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring a vibrant mix of kale, spinach, and Swiss chard, these nutrient-packed greens are infused with the bold, aromatic flavors of garlic and a zesty pop of fresh lemon juice. Cooked to tender perfection in olive oil and seasoned with a touch of salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this dish pairs beautifully with everything from roasted meats to hearty plant-based mains. Whether you're looking for a simple way to elevate your weeknight meals or a light, elegant addition to your holiday spread, these garlicky sautéed greens deliver big on taste, texture, and wholesome goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 8 cups mixed greens (such as kale, spinach, and Swiss chard)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 medium lemon
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Start by thoroughly washing the mixed greens under cold running water to remove any dirt or grit. Shake off excess water and roughly chop the greens into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them. Set aside.

Step 3

Cut the lemon in half and juice it into a small bowl, ensuring to remove any seeds.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet once the oil is shimmering, and sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

Step 6

Add the chopped greens to the skillet. You may need to add them in batches if your skillet can't hold all the greens at once. Stir the greens gently as they start to wilt.

Step 7

Continue to cook the greens for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are wilted and tender.

Step 8

Season the greens with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and the optional crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and squeeze the fresh lemon juice evenly over the sautéed greens, tossing them gently to combine.

Step 10

Transfer the greens to a serving dish and enjoy them hot as a nutritious and tasty side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(788.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	579.8

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1665.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.8g	0%
Total Sugars 9.5g
Protein 26.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1249.1mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 4168.2mg	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: 43.6%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 40.9%