Easy Sauteed Kale May 16, 2024 Kale offers an array of nutritional benefits and can be used fresh or cooked. Explore kale at your local grocery store! Prep Time: 5 minutes. Cook Time: 10 minutes. Servings: 6. Ingredients 1 bunch kale. 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced. 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. 1/2 lemon, juiced. Directions Remove kale leaves from their stems and coarsely chop. Rinse them but do not dry. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until starting to soften. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Add kale leaves and stir in salt and pepper. Cover pan and cook for about 5 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally. Top with lemon juice prior to serving.