Sautéed Kale with Garlic Recipe
This sautéed kale is seasoned just right and cooked quickly! It's got a garlicky taste with a hint of lemon. It's simple, delicious, and the tastiest way to enjoy kale!
Equipment
- a 12-inch skillet
- a spatula or a pair of kitchen tongs
Ingredients
- 10 oz chopped curly kale
- 3 large garlic cloves, (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup low-sodium broth, (or as needed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- a small pinch of salt and black pepper, (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat three tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic for about a minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Increase the heat to medium-high heat. Gradually add kale to the pan in batches, drizzling broth as needed. Stir well, adding more kale and broth until it's moist and tender.
- Taste and add salt/black pepper if necessary. Then transfer the cooked kale to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh lemon zest.
Notes
If you're using red pepper flakes, you can sauté them together with the garlic.
This recipe features Trader Joe's Organic Shredded Kale.
Storage: Allow the sautéed kale to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For additional food safety guidance, please visit this website.
Nutrition
Calories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 43mgPotassium: 271mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 7081IUVitamin C: 69mgCalcium: 187mgIron: 1mg
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