Moroccan Greens

Transform your leafy greens into a vibrant and flavorful dish with this Moroccan Greens recipe, a perfect blend of spices and fresh ingredients that brings a taste of North Africa to your table. Featuring a medley of kale or Swiss chard, aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, and a bright finish with lemon juice and parsley, this dish is both hearty and wholesome. Cooked in a savory vegetable broth, these greens are tender, fragrant, and bursting with earthy warmth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy recipe is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as a nourishing side dish or pair it with couscous or rice for a full vegetarian meal. Packed with nutrients and bold flavors, these Moroccan-inspired greens are a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their weeknight dinners with a global twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 bunch (roughly 8 cups, stems removed and leaves chopped) kale or Swiss chard
• 0.5 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, paprika, and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the chopped kale or Swiss chard to the skillet in batches, stirring after each addition to help it wilt down.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir to combine. Cover the skillet and let the greens cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Step 7

Uncover the skillet, stir in the lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Continue cooking uncovered for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or over grains like couscous or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	451.4 grams (451.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	575

Total Fat 45.40g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1510mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 39.70g	14%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 10.00g
Protein 9.50g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 259mg	20%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1115mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.5%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 26.2%