Steamed Kale

Name: Steamed Kale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1 bunch kale; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2/3 cup water; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 25 min.

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This steamed kale filled with garlicky flavor is a quick, simple side dish that doesn't skimp on taste.

Ingredients

1 bunch kale
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2/3 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Directions

Trim kale, discarding the thick ribs and stems. Chop leaves. In a Dutch oven, saute kale leaves in oil until wilted. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
Stir in the water, salt and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until kale is tender. Remove from the heat; stir in vinegar.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 61 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

With this good-for-you steamed kale, it's easy to eat healthy and get out of the kitchen quick. A wonderful accompaniment to most any entree, it is packed with vitamins and is a snap to prepare. I use garlic, red pepper and balsamic vinegar for this side dish that keeps my family coming back for more! —Mary Bilyeu, Ann Arbor, Michigan

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