Stewed Kale
Stewed kale, or braised kale, is a healthy and tasty vegetable side dish. With a zest of lemon juice, this is a light dish you can serve with your favorite main dishes.
Servings: 4
Calories: 26kcal
Cost: Cheap
Ingredients
- 150 g kale
- 1 lemon (juice only)
- 2 tablespoon water
Instructions
- First, prepare the kale by washing and chopping it roughly. Remove the thicker parts of the stem.
- Add the kale, lemon juice and water to a pot on medium heat. Allow it to cook while you stir for about 5-7 minutes. The kale should be wilted and soft.
- Serve kale stew immediately while it’s hot.
Notes
Is this recipe allergy friendly? – Yes! Stewed kale is gluten free, egg free, nut free, dairy free and soy free.
Is this suitable for my diet? – Most likely. This lean, green recipe is suitable for vegan diets, as well as paleo, whole 30, slimming world, keto, low carb and weight watchers.
Which types of kale can you use? – This recipe works with any type of kale. The two most common types are curly kale and lacinato kale, both of which are perfect for stewing.
Leftovers
Store leftover braised kale in the fridge for up to 2 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months. Reheat them in a pot or microwave until hot before serving.Nutrition
Calories: 26kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 221mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3746IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 1mg