Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsVivaceSautéed Kale Recipe

Sautéed Kale Recipe

Inspired by Vivace
Time15m
Serves4

chili, lemon, garlic, extra virgin olive oil | gf

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Kale

    Wash the kale thoroughly under running water. Remove the tough stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Sauté Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.

  4. 4

    Add Kale and Chili Flakes

    Add the torn kale leaves and red chili flakes to the skillet. Toss well to coat the kale with the oil and garlic.

  5. 5

    Sauté the Kale

    Cook the kale for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted and tender. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  6. 6

    Finish with Lemon

    Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze the juice of one lemon over the sautéed kale. Toss to combine.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Transfer the sautéed kale to a serving dish and enjoy warm.

More from Vivace