Got kale? Chard? Collards? Mustard, turnip, or beet greens? They all work here! This recipe is super versatile and easy enough for weeknights or meal prep. Let’s make greens! These 1-pan sautéed greens begin with cooking the garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil (or avocado oil) to infuse the oil with savory, subtly spicy flavor. If you’re not into heat, you can leave out the red pepper flakes and these will still be full of flavor! Next come your greens of choice. We’ve tested this recipe with kale, collard greens, mustard greens, and chard, and they all work beautifully. You’ll just need a little more water if using collard greens because of their lower moisture content. The remaining essentials for these sautéed greens are salt for overall flavor and lemon juice for brightness. After adding water and covering with a lid, the greens will soften and soak up all the flavors. We hope you LOVE these sautéed greens. They’re:SavoryBrightGarlickyFlavorfulSubtly spicy& SO easy! Enjoy as a versatile side with nearly any main or other sides. These greens pair especially well with Italian-inspired recipes, including our Easy Penne Arrabbiata, Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta, Easy Pizza Burgers, and Easy Vegan Zucchini Boats.
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