Sautéed Greens

Sautéed greens are a vibrant and nutritious dish that highlights the earthy flavors of fresh leafy vegetables. This quick and easy recipe brings together a medley of greens with garlic and a hint of lemon, perfect for a healthy Paleo dinner.

Ingredients

• Kale - 100g
• Spinach - 100g
• Swiss chard - 100g
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash and chop the kale, spinach, and Swiss chard into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Add the chopped greens to the skillet, stirring well to coat them in the garlic oil.
5. Sauté the greens for 5-7 minutes, until they are wilted and tender.
6. Drizzle the lemon juice over the greens and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, which are essential for skin, immune, and bone health.
• High in antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress and inflammation.

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