Sweet and Savory Kale

Elevate your vegetable game with this Sweet and Savory Kale recipe—a beautifully balanced dish that’s both healthy and bursting with flavor. Fresh kale is sautéed in olive oil with aromatic garlic, then coated with a harmonious glaze of balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist), and soy sauce (with a gluten-free tamari option). A hint of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while salt and black pepper round out the dish perfectly. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant, nutrient-packed side dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a flavorful addition to your favorite grain bowls. Whether served alongside your protein of choice or simply on its own, this sweet and savory combination is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups fresh kale
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the kale leaves. Remove the stems and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Add the chopped kale to the skillet in batches, stirring frequently. Allow each batch to wilt slightly before adding more.

Step 5

Once all the kale has wilted, reduce the heat to low and add the balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), and soy sauce (or tamari). Stir well to coat all the leaves.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir again to combine.

Step 7

Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the flavors meld together and the kale reaches your desired tenderness.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the Sweet and Savory Kale to a serving dish.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or top with a protein of your choice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(628.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	543.2

Total Fat 30.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2350.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 17.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1391.4mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 2057.0mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 42.4%