**Wilted Greens with Garlic and Balsamic Vinegar: A Medley of Simple Yet Exquisite Recipes**
Wilted greens, a humble yet delectable dish, have captivated taste buds for generations. This culinary symphony, characterized by the harmonious blend of tender greens, aromatic garlic, and tangy balsamic vinegar, is a testament to the power of simple ingredients. From the classic combination of spinach and garlic to the medley of Swiss chard, beet greens, and mustard greens, each recipe in this article offers a unique take on this timeless dish. Whether you prefer your greens lightly sautéed or braised until meltingly tender, these recipes cater to every palate. With a focus on fresh, seasonal greens and pantry staples, they are not only easy to prepare but also a delightful symphony of flavors and textures.
SIMPLE SWISS CHARD
Swiss chard cooked with garlic and balsamic vinegar. Quick and delicious!
Provided by THERESA_M
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil on a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and cook until tender and aromatic, about 2 minutes. Add the Swiss chard and balsamic vinegar; cook and stir until the chard is wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 250.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
SAUTEED GREENS WITH VINEGAR
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Shake the rinsed greens in a colander to remove the excess liquid, but the leaves don't have to be thoroughly dry.
- Heat a large pot over high heat until very hot. Add the olive oil. When the oil is almost smoking, add the garlic and cook for a few seconds until it is light brown. Add a couple of handfuls of greens and toss with tongs, incorporating the garlic so it doesn't burn on the bottom of the pan.
- Add the remaining greens all at once, or in batches if your pot isn't large enough to hold it all at once. Toss constantly so the greens wilt evenly. When wilted, season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking over high heat, tossing often, until the excess liquid evaporates.
- Turn greens out into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature, then season with vinegar. Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 2 days and eat cold.
- Michael's Notes: The wine vinegar will cause the greens to lose their beautiful green color. You can omit it, but I think it improves their taste.
WARM WILTED WINTER GREENS
Steps:
- Cook honey and balsamic together over medium-high heat in a large saute pan, about 5 minutes. Toast walnuts in a small skillet; set aside to cool.
- Pile greens on a platter. Stir mustard into balsamic-honey dressing, then whisk in about 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil; pour over greens. Season greens with salt and pepper and garnish with walnuts, pomegranate seeds, shavings of Parmesan, and shallot.
SAUTEED FRESH SPINACH
Sauteed spinach is a simple and healthy side. This version is seasoned with garlic and coarse salt.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; saute until it just begins to take on color, about 30 seconds. Add spinach, and toss well, coating with oil.
- Cook the spinach, tossing frequently, until the leaves turn bright green and have slightly wilted, about 2 minutes. Season spinach with salt, and drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the spinach; serve immediately.
BALSAMIC FRIED EGGS WITH WILTED GREENS (IN UNDER 10 MINUTES)
This recipe is sooo fast and easy and adds a very interesting flavour dimension to simple fried eggs! You can use dandelion greens, beet greens, escarole, or arugula. I personally love arugula. If you like onions, you can add some chopped onions to the pan with the garlic. This recipe is from chowhound.com.
Provided by blucoat
Categories Breakfast
Time 10m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat. When oil shimmers, add garlic and cook until it just starts to color, about 30 seconds.
- Add greens and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook until just wilted, about 1 minute. Immediately remove from heat and divide greens between two serving plates.
- Wipe out the pan, return it to medium heat, and add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. When oil shimmers, add eggs and fry until set, bubbly and brown on the edges, and the pan is almost dry, about 3 minutes.
- Carefully add balsamic vinegar and cook until vinegar is reduced and syrupy, about 2 minutes. Place two eggs on each mound of greens, evenly divide vinegar reduction, season with freshly ground black pepper, and serve with toasted bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.1, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 372, Sodium 173, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 6.9, Protein 15
WARM GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
A warm vinaigrette tossed with fresh salad greens and toasted pine nuts makes for a fabulous flavor experience.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In tightly covered container, shake all vinaigrette ingredients until well blended. Makes 1 cup vinaigrette; use 1/3 cup for this recipe.
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette to boiling over medium heat. Cook mushrooms in vinaigrette 3 minutes; remove from heat.
- Add remaining salad ingredients. Toss 1 to 2 minutes or until greens begin to wilt. Serve immediately. Sprinkle with freshly ground pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 120 mg
MUSTARD GREENS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a very large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the mustard greens, stirring and working them down into the pot until they all fit. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cover the pot, lower the heat to medium and continue to cook until the greens are very tender, about 10 minutes more. Remove from the heat, stir in the vinegar and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 109, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 554 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
WILTED GREENS
Categories Leafy Green Vegetable Side Low Carb Quick & Easy Spinach Fall Winter Chard Mustard Greens Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add all greens and stock. Cover and cook until greens wilt, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Uncover; cook until juices thicken slightly, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
WILTED GREENS WITH GARLIC AND ANCHOVIES
Provided by Mario Batali
Categories Fish Leafy Green Vegetable Side Sauté Dinner Seafood Fall Winter Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a 10- to 12-inch sauté pan over medium-high heat until hot. Add the olive oil, anchovies, and garlic and cook just until the garlic is light golden brown, about 30 seconds. Add the greens and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, squeeze the lemon juice over, and serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right greens: For wilted greens, opt for tender and leafy greens such as spinach, kale, collard greens, or turnip greens. Avoid greens with tough stems or those that are wilted or bruised.
- Wash the greens thoroughly: Before cooking, rinse the greens in cold water to remove any dirt or debris. You can also soak them in a bowl of cold water for a few minutes to remove any grit.
- Use a large skillet or pan: Wilted greens tend to release a lot of liquid, so it's important to use a large skillet or pan that can accommodate the greens and the cooking liquid.
- Cook the greens over medium heat: Wilted greens cook quickly, so it's important to cook them over medium heat to prevent them from becoming overcooked and mushy.
- Add the greens in batches: If you're cooking a large quantity of greens, add them to the skillet or pan in batches to prevent overcrowding.
- Season the greens to taste: Wilted greens can be seasoned with a variety of ingredients, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or red pepper flakes. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar for a tangy flavor.
Conclusion:
Wilted greens are a versatile and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are packed with nutrients and can be prepared in just a few minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give wilted greens a try. You won't be disappointed!
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