Description
This Steamed Kale Skillet brings vibrant, emerald leaves glistening under a light coating of olive oil, infused with garlic and lemon, for a delightful and nutritious dish that complements many meals.
Ingredients
Scale
2 large bunches Fresh Curly or Lacinato Kale
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
1/2 large Lemon, juice
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
Sea Salt & Black Pepper to taste
1/4 cup Vegetable Broth or Water
Instructions
- Wash the kale thoroughly and remove the tough center ribs. Tear or chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until garlic is fragrant
- Add kale in batches to the skillet, tossing to coat the leaves with oil and garlic
- Pour in the vegetable broth or water, cover with a lid, and steam for 3 to 5 minutes until the kale is bright green and tender
- Remove the lid, check for excess liquid, then squeeze lemon juice over the kale and season with salt and pepper before serving
Notes
For a smoky flavor, add smoked paprika during steaming.
If you find kale too bitter, massage the leaves with olive oil and salt before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg