Sautéed Dandelion Greens with Garlic and Anchovy Butter

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A savory side dish featuring the naturally bitter dandelion greens balanced by garlicky anchovy butter for depth and umami. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs dandelion greens, unsalted butter, anchovy fillets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and foaming. Add 4 finely chopped anchovy fillets and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and anchovies dissolve.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 cups chopped dandelion greens to the skillet and toss well to coat with the anchovy-garlic butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the greens are wilted but still vibrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook an additional 2 minutes until flavors meld and the greens are tender but not mushy.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm as a bitter, savory side that complements rich mains.

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