Garlic Butter Kale with Lemon and Parmesan

Ready to serve in 15 minutes, this sauteed garlic butter kale is a delicious side dish for any night of the week.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 153kcal

Prep the kale. Remove the tough stems and roughly chop the leaves. Wash and dry well.
1 bunch kale
Put a skillet on a medium high heat on the stovetop. Add the butter and the oil.
2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon oil
Once the butter has melted, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds til fragrant.
3 garlic cloves
Add in the kale, a handful at a time, stir until it starts to wilt and turn a bright green color. Sprinkle in a pinch of salt and pepper.
salt and black pepper
Pour in the stock and place the lid on the skillet. The steam will make the kale leaves tender.
¼ cup stock
Cook with the lid on for 5 minutes.
Remove the lid, stir the kale and cook until there;s no liquid in the pan and the kale is glossy.
Take off of the heat and stir in the parmesan and lemon zest and juice.
2 tablespoons grated parmesan, lemon juice and zest
Serve.

The kale leaves should be dry before sauteing.
Use freshly grated parmesan for the best results. Pre-grated can often be quite dry and less flavorful.
Serve immediately.
Nutritional values are an estimate and based on one of three servings.