INGREDIENTS
1 pound kale, mustard greens or
other leafy green
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup diced onion (about 1 medium)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can, or 1 3/4 cups cooked,
white beans
1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
2 tablespoons fresh, or 2 teaspoons
dried, rosemary, thyme or sage, or a
combination (optional)
DIRECTIONS
1. Separate the greens from the thick stalks, and chop
into bite size pieces. Set aside.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and sauté until translucent and just
beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the
garlic, and cook 30 seconds more. Add the greens,
beans, stock and herbs if using, bring to a simmer,
and cook until greens are tender. Season with salt
and pepper as needed. Serve alone as a side or over
whole-wheat pasta as a main dish.
NUTRITION INFO PER SERVING
Servings: 4
Calories: 217
Fat: 4.3
Saturated Fat: 0.6
Sodium: 146.1
Carbohydrates: 35.9g
Dietary Fiber: 8.7g
Protein: 11.4g
A simple dish that's infinitely modifiable based on what you
have in your kitchen, this recipe is rich in protein and fiber from
beans and antioxidants from fresh, seasonal greens.
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