Dark Leafy Greens with Caramelized Onions, Raisins, and Maple Walnuts Recipe
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This recipe takes advantage of raisins and maple glazed walnuts for a nutrient-packed bite of yum!
- Total Cook Time1 hr 10 mins
- Prep Time 10 mins
- Cook Time1 hr
- Recipe Servings4
- Difficult
Ingredients of Dark Leafy Greens with Caramelized Onions, Raisins, and Maple Walnuts
- 2 bunches Swiss chard, or kale, washed
- 1/4 cup chopped California walnuts
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium-sized red onion, peeled, quartered and thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Pinch of red chili flakes
- 1/3 cup raisins or currants
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
How to Make Dark Leafy Greens with Caramelized Onions, Raisins, and Maple Walnuts
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Remove the tough stems from the chard or kale. (Chard stems, though fibrous, are flavorful and may be saved and cooked separately, for another dish.)
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Tear or cut the chard or kale into 1 - 2 inch pieces. You should have 6 - 8 cups, lightly packed. Transfer the prepared greens to a bowl of cold water.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a bowl toss the walnuts with the maple syrup and a pinch of salt.
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Spread the nuts on a small baking pan and bake about 10 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the nuts are lightly browned and have a toasty fragrance. Cool to room temperature.
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In a large saute pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
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Add the onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion begins to soften.
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Turn the heat to low and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until the onions are browned in spots and very soft, or caramelized, about 20 minutes.
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Once the onions are caramelized, add the garlic and red chili flakes and stir for about 30 seconds, until you smell the garlic.
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Add the raisins and stir for about 30 seconds. Add the water and stir briskly, loosening any flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Handfuls at a time, lift the greens from their water bath and add them to the skillet. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and stir to combine.
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Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat until the greens are tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated, about 10 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest.
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Arrange the greens on a plate or bowl and sprinkle with the maple toasted walnuts.
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Note:
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Most people can be a little intimidated by dark leafy greens. One trick to preparing them is ripping them off their rough spines. This makes them faster to cook and easier to eat. The other trick to preparing greens is adding some sweetness.
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