Dandelion Greens with a Kick

Dandelion greens are a quick and terrific-tasting side dish, especially when cooked with onion, garlic, and a big pinch of red pepper flakes.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 150 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound dandelion greens, torn into 4-inch pieces
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 onion, thinly sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Sprinkle greens with Parmesan cheese to serve.

Step 2

Dissolve 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl of cold water; add dandelion greens and allow to soak for 10 minutes. Drain.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water with 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil; add greens and cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water until chilled.

Step 4

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds more. Increase heat to medium-high and add dandelion greens. Continue to cook and stir until liquid has evaporated, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.