Char-Grilled Kale with Garlic, Thyme and Lemon

If you have never grilled fresh kale before, you are in for a treat. This easy-to-prepare side dish is packed with flavor and cooks up in a matter of seconds.

By Chef Steve Stallone / Photography By Chef Steve Stallone | November 23, 2020

Ingredients

SERVINGS: 6-8

1 pound Red Russian or Delaway kale, rinsed and patted dry
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced fine
Salt and pepper to taste
1 lemon, cut in half, seeds removed
Fresh thyme, minced

Instructions

Heat grill to 400°. Make sure the grill grate is cleaned well and lightly oiled.

Combine kale, olive oil and minced garlic in a large bowl. Mix the kale well until all leaves are evenly dressed. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

Place kale leaves flat on the hot grill grate and cook quickly, about 20-30 seconds. When kale starts to wilt and small flames from the oil just lightly kiss the leaves, remove from the grill and place back into bowl. Squeeze fresh lemon over the kale and garnish with fresh thyme.