Sautéed greens with garlic

Sautéed greens with garlic recipe videos

Sautéed greens with garlic is a simple, flavorful dish where leafy vegetables like spinach, kale, or bok choy are quickly stir-fried with minced garlic in oil. It's a staple side dish in many cuisines, particularly in Chinese home cooking, where it's valued for its speed and ability to highlight fresh produce.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically low in carbohydrates and protein but can be a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals like iron and calcium, depending on the greens used. A standard serving usually ranges from 80 to 150 calories, with most of the energy coming from the cooking oil.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	65 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	6 g
Fat	3.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	1.5 g
Sodium	150 mg
Vitamin K	450 mcg
Vitamin A	6000 IU
Vitamin C	35 mg
Folate	120 mcg
Manganese	0.6 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Potassium	350 mg

Per 1 cup (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the 'wok hei' or 'breath of the wok' philosophy in Chinese cooking, where high heat and quick cooking preserve the vegetable's texture and nutrients. Nutritionally, the garlic not only adds flavor but also contains allicin, a compound studied for its potential health benefits.