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

25 minEasyServes 490 cal/serving

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

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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.

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What is Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon)?

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. This reference files it under Greek side: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

How do I know when Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon) is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until the stems are completely tender when pierced with a fork.

Is Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon) low-carb?

A serving of Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon) carries 4 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 20 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 4 percent.

How many calories are in Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon)?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 90 calories, with 4 g protein, 4 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 350 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon)?

Refrigerate what is left of Horta (Boiled Greens with Lemon) within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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