Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon)

Name: Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 lbs dandelion greens (or chicory or Swiss chard), tough stems trimmed; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 garlic clove, minced

A humble and restorative Greek staple of tender-boiled bitter greens dressed simply with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Use dandelion greens, chicory, or Swiss chard - all work beautifully.

25 minEasyServes 490 cal/serving

GreekSideStovetopVeganMediterraneanLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs dandelion greens (or chicory or Swiss chard), tough stems trimmed
1 tsp kosher salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tsp kosher salt.
2

Add 2 lbs tough stems trimmed dandelion greens (or chicory or Swiss chard) to the boiling water and cook for 8-12 minutes, until the stems are completely tender when pierced with a fork.
3

Drain the greens in a colander and press firmly with a spoon or your hands to squeeze out as much water as possible. Transfer to a serving platter.
4

While still warm, drizzle 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice over the greens. Scatter 1 minced garlic clove over the top and toss gently.
5

Taste and adjust lemon juice and salt as needed. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Questions

How long does Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon) keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon)?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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