Sweet and Savory Kale

This quick and tasty recipe combines vitamin-packed kale with both sweet and tangy ingredients for a colorful side dish.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 121 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup sliced almonds
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth
• ¼ cup dried cranberries
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 4 cups stemmed, torn and rinsed kale

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the mustard, sugar, vinegar, and chicken stock, and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the kale, cover, and cook 5 minutes until wilted.

Step 2

Stir in the dried cranberries, and continue boiling, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced by about half, and the cranberries have softened, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with sliced almonds before serving.