
This Garlic Sautéed Greens Tacos Recipe offers a delicious and healthy twist on traditional tacos. Packed with nutritious greens and flavored with garlic, these tacos are perfect for a quick meal or a light dinner.
The recipe is simple and can be customized with your choice of toppings, making it a versatile option for any taco night.
Healthy Garlic Sautéed Greens Tacos
These tacos feature sautéed greens such as spinach or kale, infused with garlic and served in warm tortillas. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh greens (spinach, kale, or Swiss chard), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta or queso fresco (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Greens: Add the chopped greens to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are wilted and tender.
- Warm Tortillas: While the greens are cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with a portion of the garlic sautéed greens. Top with avocado, diced tomatoes, crumbled cheese, and fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy the tacos warm, with your favorite salsa or hot sauce on the side.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g