Quick Greens and Onions
TOTAL COOK TIME: 15 MINUTES / MAKES 4 SERVINGS
1 sweet onion thinly sliced
1 to 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds greens (spinach, Swiss chard, or beet greens) washed
Salt and pepper (optional)
In a large pan, sauté the onion in olive oil for 5 minutes, or until translucent.
Add all the greens; cover and cook low heat for 5 minutes or until cooked and brightly colored. Add a couple tablespoons of water, as needed, to steam.
Remove from heat and chop.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot or cold.
PLEASE NOTE: This recipe can be found in The Blue Zones Kitchen recipe book by Dan Buettner.