Sauteed Collard Greens

When I think of Collard Greens, I think of leafy greens that are braised with meat and are meltingly delicious. Though when I spotted shredded collard greens at the market, I grabbed them and headed home. I decided to saute them over high heat, just like I would do for spinach. Within minutes I was enjoying a plate of crisp greens sauteed in olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper and splashed with fresh lemon juice. Sauteed Collard Greens is a new quick-favorite veggie for me.

Ingredients for Sauteed Collard Greens:

1 pound shredded collard greens

4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped

5 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes

2 teaspoons lemon juice

kosher salt

black pepper

Time-Saving Tips: Shred the greens and chop the garlic in advance.

Let's see what we need.

We're ready to cook.

Saute the garlic and chili flakes in the oil for a minute. Add the greens and season with salt and pepper. Saute until desired tenderness. Drizzle the lemon juice on top and toss; adjust seasonings.

It's ready! Totally delicious and so simple to prepare. This is a perfect side to really anything you can imagine.

Enjoy!

Sauteed Collard Greens:

vegetable/side

• 1 pound shredded collard greens

• 4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped

• 5 tablespoons olive oil

• 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes

• 2 teaspoons lemon juice

• kosher salt

• black pepper

• Saute the garlic and chili flakes in the oil for a minute. Add the greens and season with salt and pepper. Saute until desired tenderness. Drizzle the lemon juice on top and toss; adjust seasonings.

• Time-Saving Tips: Shred the greens and chop the garlic in advance.