Garlic-Infused Kale Made Simple

This quick and vibrant 3-ingredient kale recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Sounds too easy? Try it out, and you'll be amazed at how this simple side dish can win over everyone at the table.

Ingredients for Simple Garlic Kale

Making this garlic kale dish is a breeze with only three ingredients required:

Kale
Select fresh, robust kale that is deep green and free from yellowing or brown patches. The leaves should be firm, crisp, and not wilting.

Garlic
Minced garlic adds a perfect burst of flavor. You can keep it simple, or adjust with salt, pepper, and other seasonings based on your preferences.

Oil
Olive oil is used to sauté the kale, making it tender and a vibrant green.

Preparing Kale

Before cooking, thoroughly rinse the kale. Soak the leaves in a large bowl of water to allow dirt to settle at the bottom. Lift the kale out and repeat with fresh water if necessary to remove all grit.

Next steps will vary depending on the recipe. For this one, discard the stems right away and chop the kale into roughly 1-inch pieces.

How to Prepare Easy Garlic Kale

Check out the full, step-by-step instructions below — but here's a preview of what to expect when making this super simple garlic kale dish:

Heat olive oil in a pan. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Toss in the kale, stir to coat, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the kale is tender and a bright green.

Storing Cooked Kale

Allow your leftovers to cool to room temperature, then transfer them to a shallow airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to five days. You can enjoy the kale cold, reheat it in 10-second bursts in the microwave, or warm it up on the stove.

Dinogo Community Feedback and Tips

"I love the simplicity of this recipe," says Dinogo Allstar thedailygourmet. "It’s a fantastic side dish that's quick to prepare — I didn’t change much, just used pre-washed kale to speed things up."

"I’ll definitely make this again," shares Clare. "I added plain pasta and a sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan to turn it into a full meal."

"This is such a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious vegetable," says Rebecca Mitchell. "My entire family loved it! I swapped in Cajun seasoning instead of salt and pepper since I was serving it with Cajun-style fried fish."

Written by Corey Williams

Ingredients Needed

• 1 bunch kale

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Instructions

First, gather all the ingredients.

Submerge kale leaves in a large bowl of water and let them soak for about 2 minutes, allowing dirt and sand to sink to the bottom. Remove the kale, keeping the leaves wet, then strip off and discard the stems. Chop the leaves into 1-inch pieces.

Cook, tossing occasionally with tongs, until the kale turns a vibrant green and becomes slightly tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Dig in and enjoy!

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