Kale with Garlic and Cranberries

A healthy and flavorful side dish combining tender kale leaves with aromatic garlic and sweet dried cranberries, sautéed in olive oil. This colorful combination offers both nutritious greens and a touch of sweetness.

6 servings
13 min

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds kale (preferably Russian Red), stems and center ribs discarded and leaves coarsely torn
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup dried cranberries (2 ounces)

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook kale in a 6-quart pot of boiling salted water (1 1/2 tablespoons salt for 4 quarts water), uncovered, until almost tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain in a colander, then immediately transfer kale to an ice bath to stop cooking. When kale is cool, drain but do not squeeze.

    7 min

  2. 2.

    Cook garlic in oil in same pot over medium heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add kale, dried cranberries, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper and cook, tossing frequently with tongs, until kale is heated through and tender, 4 to 6 minutes.

    6 min

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