Easy Balsamic Sauteed Kale and Onions - Make Tender and Juicy Kale Every Time!

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more budget-friendly while still providing fat.

Rinse the kale thoroughly to remove any dirt.

Tear the kale leaves off the stems into bite-sized pieces.

Massage the kale until it becomes softer and turns a brighter shade of green.

Slice the shallot thinly.

Heat avocado oil in a 12-inch round nonstick pan over medium heat.

Add the sliced shallot to the pan and sauté until fragrant.

Add the massaged kale to the pan and toss to combine with the shallot.

Cook the kale until it starts to soften and caramelize, stirring occasionally.

Add minced garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant.

Pour in balsamic vinegar and season with crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Cook until the kale is tender, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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