Best 9 Baby Kale Saute Recipes

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Baby kale is a nutrient-dense leafy green with a mild, slightly sweet flavor that adds a tender crunch to salads, soups, and sautéed dishes. It's an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and antioxidants. If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful way to incorporate more greens into your diet, baby kale sauté is a great option. With its quick and easy preparation, baby kale sauté can be a delicious and nutritious side dish or main course when paired with protein like chicken or tofu.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MY FAVORITE SAUTEED KALE



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I LOVE kale and this is how I like to make it almost every time. I'm a hot pepper flake chick, but if that's too much for you, just leave it out! Great as a side dish, but I can eat this as my main meal, maybe just add some chickpeas or cannelini beans in at the end, amazing!

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs kale, stems and leaves coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
2 garlic cloves, finely sliced
1/2 cup vegetable stock or 1/2 cup water
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes, if using, and let them sizzle a bit in the oil.
  • Add the garlic and cook until soft, but not colored.
  • Raise heat to high, add the stock and kale and toss to combine.
  • Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove cover and continue to cook, stirring until all (most) the liquid has evaporated. I like the kale to still remain bright-ish green.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and add vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.2, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 75.6, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 1.2, Protein 5.8

SAUTEED KALE



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, smashed
Pinch crushed red pepper
1 bunch baby kale, stems removed, cut into 1/2-inch lengths
1 bunch black kale, stems removed, cut into 1/2-inch lengths
Kosher salt
1/4 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar

Steps:

  • Coat a large saute pan with olive oil and add the garlic cloves and crushed red pepper. Bring the pan to a medium heat and cook the garlic until it gets golden and very aromatic. Remove the garlic and discard.
  • Add the 2 types of kale and stir to coat with the oil. Season with salt and add the chicken stock. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Uncover and stir to be sure that the kale is cooked evenly. Let the liquid evaporate. Sprinkle with sherry vinegar. Taste to make sure that the kale is seasoned perfectly.
  • Serve immediately.

SAUTEED KALE



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Try Bobby Flay's simple Sauteed Kale recipe from Food Network. For a pop of flavor, add a splash of red wine vinegar at the end.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds young kale, stems and leaves coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely sliced
1/2 cup vegetable stock or water
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until soft, but not colored. Raise heat to high, add the stock and kale and toss to combine. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Remove cover and continue to cook, stirring until all the liquid has evaporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste and add vinegar.

SAUTéED KALE



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This is a technique that elevates basic sauteed greens into something even more savory and tender.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     easy, quick, weekday, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
1 large bunch kale, stemmed, with leaves coarsely chopped
1/2 cup vegetable stock, white wine or water
Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper and red-pepper flakes to taste
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan set over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add garlic, and cook until soft.
  • Add kale to the pan, turn the heat to high and add the stock. Use a spoon to toss the greens in the oil and stock, then cover and cook for approximately 5 to 7 minutes, until it is soft and wilted, but still quite green. Remove cover and continue to cook, stirring occasionally until all the liquid has evaporated, another 1 to 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and peppers, add vinegar and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 266 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

BRUSSELS SPROUTS & KALE SAUTE



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In an effort to add more greens to our meals, I created this dish-and my kids eat it up. The crispy salami is the "hook." -Jennifer Mcnabb, Brentwood, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 pound thinly sliced hard salami, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
2 cups shredded fresh kale
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook and stir salami in oil over medium-high heat until crisp, 3-5 minutes. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; reserve drippings in pan., Add butter to drippings; heat over medium-high heat. Add Brussels sprouts, kale, onion, salt, cayenne and black pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until Brussels sprouts are tender, 4-5 minutes. Stir in walnuts and vinegar. Serve with salami strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 341mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTEED KALE WITH GARLIC



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 5 sliced garlic cloves in 1/4 cup olive oil in a pot over medium-low heat until sizzling, 1 minute. Add 1 pound chopped kale and stir until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Increase the heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, until tender, 5 minutes.

BABY KALE SAUTE



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What a tasty way to eat your greens! Baby kale is sautéed with caramelized onions, toasted pine nuts and golden raisins for a quick, healthy side dish. I often eat this over rice for a main meal. Baby spinach is an easy substitute.

Provided by L Brennan

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup pine nuts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound baby kale
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Place pine nuts in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until toasted and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring often, until starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir, about 1 minute. Stir in baby kale a few handfuls at a time until it starts to wilt. Cover and cook until kale is completely wilted and hot, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove from heat and stir in pine nuts and golden raisins. Cool briefly before serving, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 61.1 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

BABY KALE SAUTE



Baby Kale Saute image

What a tasty way to eat your greens! Baby kale is sautéed with caramelized onions, toasted pine nuts and golden raisins for a quick, healthy side dish. I often eat this over rice for a main meal. Baby spinach is an easy substitute.

Provided by L Brennan

Categories     Greens Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup pine nuts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound baby kale
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Place pine nuts in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until toasted and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring often, until starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir, about 1 minute. Stir in baby kale a few handfuls at a time until it starts to wilt. Cover and cook until kale is completely wilted and hot, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove from heat and stir in pine nuts and golden raisins. Cool briefly before serving, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 61.1 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

BABY KALE SAUTE



Baby Kale Saute image

What a tasty way to eat your greens! Baby kale is sautéed with caramelized onions, toasted pine nuts and golden raisins for a quick, healthy side dish. I often eat this over rice for a main meal. Baby spinach is an easy substitute.

Provided by L Brennan

Categories     Greens Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup pine nuts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound baby kale
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Place pine nuts in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until toasted and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring often, until starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir, about 1 minute. Stir in baby kale a few handfuls at a time until it starts to wilt. Cover and cook until kale is completely wilted and hot, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove from heat and stir in pine nuts and golden raisins. Cool briefly before serving, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 61.1 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

Tips for Cooking Baby Kale Sauté:

  • Choose fresh baby kale: Look for leaves that are deep green and crisp. Avoid wilted or yellowing leaves.
  • Wash and dry the kale thoroughly: This will help prevent the kale from getting soggy when cooked.
  • Remove the tough stems from the kale: This will make the kale more tender and easier to eat.
  • Use a large skillet or wok: This will allow the kale to cook evenly and prevent it from getting crowded.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat: This will help to sear the kale and prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • Add the kale to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes: The kale should be wilted but still retain its bright green color.
  • Season the kale with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices: Garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes are all good options.
  • Serve the kale sauté immediately: This dish is best enjoyed fresh.

Conclusion:

Baby kale sauté is a quick, easy, and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and can be easily customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give baby kale sauté a try!

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