Garlicky Greens
Treat this recipe as a template for microwaving greens: oil + aromatic (garlic, ginger, shallot, onion) + heat = a foolproof and delicious way to enjoy your vegetables. Choose your own adventure with any green you have on hand, and add a squeeze of lemon or pinch of spice before serving.
All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwaves and home kitchens to make sure they work — and work well.
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Product Size
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Small Dish
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Medium Shallow
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Large Shallow
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Medium Deep
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Large Deep
Prep Time
3 minsCook Time
3-4 minsFree Time
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- ¼ tsp chili flakes, optional
- 1 bunch swiss chard or kale (between 100-150g), tough center and stem removed and cut into ribbons, rinsed
- Lemon juice, to taste
Preparation
- Add the olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili flakes into the Anyday dish. Cover with the lid (knob lifted).
- Cook in the microwave for 1 minute, or until garlic is fragrant.
- Add greens, packing them tightly into the dish — they will shrink as they cook! Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the greens are tender and bright green.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the greens to taste.
Serving suggestions & tips
- Add some lemon zest at the end for a bright flavor.
- Sprinkle some freshly grated nutmeg on top for an aromatic twist.
- Top with some chili crisp for a spicy kick and a slight crunch.
- Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.
