This easy sautéed kale recipe is a healthy, delicious side dish! It's also a wonderful addition to eggs, pastas, grain bowls, and more. Find specific serving suggestions in the post above.
Recipe by Jeanine Donofrio on October 18, 2020
Prep time: PT10M
Cook time: PT5M
Total time: PT15M
Rating
4.98 stars (35 reviews)
Keywords
Sauteed kale, sauteed kale recipe
Ingredients
1 bunch kale (lacinato or curly kale)
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves (chopped)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Lemon wedge (for squeezing)
Categories
cooking component
Side Dish
Cuisine
American
Steps
Remove and discard the coarse parts of the kale stems. Chop or tear the leaves.
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the kale leaves, garlic, pinches of salt, and several grinds of pepper. Sauté for 2 to 4 minutes, tossing (I like to use tongs for this), until the kale has wilted down.
Turn off the heat, squeeze a little lemon juice over the kale, and toss. Season to taste and serve.
