Sauteed Leafy Greens with Grapefruit Vinaigrette

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with these vibrant Sautéed Leafy Greens with Grapefruit Vinaigrette! This quick and easy recipe combines nutrient-packed greens like kale, spinach, or Swiss chard with the zesty brightness of a freshly squeezed grapefruit dressing. The balance of earthy sautéed garlic, a hint of sweetness from honey or maple syrup, and a tangy Dijon mustard kick make this dish irresistibly flavorful. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes, these greens come together in just 20 minutes, making them an ideal accompaniment to weeknight meals or holiday entertaining. Garnish with fragrant grapefruit zest for an elegant finishing touch and serve warm or at room temperature for a healthy, refreshing twist on your usual veggie rotation.

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
• 8 cups Leafy greens (e.g., kale, spinach, or Swiss chard, stems removed, roughly chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Grapefruit zest (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together the grapefruit juice, honey or maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Set the vinaigrette aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Add the chopped leafy greens to the skillet in batches, allowing each batch to wilt slightly before adding more.

Step 5

Season the greens with salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Stir occasionally and cook for 5-7 minutes until the greens are tender but still vibrant in color.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the grapefruit vinaigrette over the sautéed greens. Toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Transfer the greens to a serving dish, sprinkle with grapefruit zest if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(343.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	378.3

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2637.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 7.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 251.0mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 995.4mg	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: 68.3%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 23.9%