By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 4
152 cal · 25 min
Garlicky Wilted Kale with Nutmeg
Recipe GLPR3ebd9f6d258e35
A simple and elegant Southern-inspired side dish featuring tender, caramelized kale infused with aromatic garlic and a warm hint of nutmeg. The kale is wilted in olive oil and finished with chicken broth and red wine vinegar for a savory, slightly tangy finish. This nutrient-dense dish pairs beautifully as a starter or complement to any main course.
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Ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 bunches kale, cleaned, stemmed, and torn into bite-sized pieces
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
Directions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the torn kale pieces to the skillet and stir well to coat with the garlic-infused oil. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kale begins to soften and darken.
Pour in the chicken broth and red wine vinegar. Sprinkle the grated nutmeg over the kale and stir to combine evenly.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the kale is completely tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed or evaporated.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.
Comments
Every ingredient is stocked year-round at any Charlotte chain, and kale is particularly well-priced and reliably available across Harris Teeter, Food Lion, and ALDI. At roughly $1.50 for kale, $0.30 for garlic, and pantry staples for the rest, the cost per serving lands under $1.50, making this genuinely economical. The stated 25 minutes is honest—mincing garlic and wilting kale takes that actual time, with no hidden prep—and the dish reheats well for next-day lunches. The only minor drawback is that it's a side dish rather than a main, so a reader will need protein planned separately, and nutmeg requires a light hand or it can overpower a simple green vegetable.
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