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Ingredients
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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4 small cloves garlic, chopped
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3 (5-ounce) containers arugula
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
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½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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½ teaspoon salt
Directions
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Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Gradually add arugula to the pot, stirring constantly, until all the arugula is wilted and has released all its moisture, about 3 minutes. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, quickly transfer the wilted arugula to a bowl, leaving any liquid in the pot.
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Increase heat to medium-high; cook, undisturbed, until the liquid reduces by half, about 2 minutes. Add butter, vinegar, lemon juice and salt; cook, stirring, until the butter is melted. Return the arugula to the pot and stir to coat the greens evenly in the sauce. Sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, it is. Arugula is a leafy green vegetable, and leafy greens are chock-full of nutrients, including magnesium, calcium, potassium, nitrates, vitamin C, carotenoids and fiber. Altogether, the nutrients in leafy greens add to your nutrition bottom line and are helpful for overall good health. They are particularly good for lowering your blood pressure and keeping your gut healthy.
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Yes, this recipe is gluten-free.
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Because this recipe uses butter, it is not vegan, but it is vegetarian. If you wanted to make it vegan, you could swap the butter for a dairy-free vegan plant butter.
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Sherry vinegar is made from sherry wine, which is a fortified wine made from white grapes grown in southern Spain. The vinegar is aged in oak barrels for at least six months, giving it a complex flavor profile that's slightly sweet, nutty and acidic. If you can't find sherry vinegar, substitute it with white-wine vinegar, champagne vinegar or rice vinegar.
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Pair this easy side dish with roasted chicken, seared steak or grilled fish. Serve alongside your favorite pasta, such as Lemony Spaghetti with Parmesan & Thyme or Pasta Aglio e Olio (With Garlic and Oil). If you have leftover sautéed arugula, add it to a quiche, frittata or omelet for breakfast.
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Arugula is a delicate leafy green that's part of the cabbage and mustard green family. It has a distinct peppery and slightly spicy flavor when eaten raw in salads, but it mellows out when it's cooked. Sautéed arugula has a mild flavor, similar to sautéed spinach or wilted kale.
Additional reporting by Carrie Myers and Jan Valdez
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
141 | Calories |
13g | Fat |
5g | Carbs |
3g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Serving Size 3/4 cup | |
Calories 141 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Carbohydrate 5g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 7% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 3g | 6% |
Total Fat 13g | 17% |
Saturated Fat 6g | 30% |
Cholesterol 23mg | 8% |
Vitamin A 2790IU | 56% |
Sodium 321mg | 14% |
Potassium 411mg | 9% |
Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.
* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.