Sauteed Dandelion Greens

When in season you can get fresh dandelion greens in your stores produce section, but if you want to give foraging for them a try check out this Erie PA news clip from station JET24: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=227XyoLTHSk

If you do forage for greens, remember not to forage in areas or lawns that may have had pesticides or chemicals applied. Also, areas common to doggies should be avoided as well! Regardless where you source your greens from, wash them thoroughly at least twice.


Sauteed Dandelion Greens with Olive Oil, Lemon and Garlic
The recipe works best with young to medium-age (and sized) dandelion greens.

Ingredients:

Washed dandelion greens (as many as you want to eat – I usually cook several large handfuls at once)
Olive oil (about 1 tsp per handful)
Minced garlic (to taste)
Sea salt
Fresh lemon

Directions:

Heat the olive oil and a bit of the garlic, in a non-stick skillet.
When the garlic is tender (but not brown), add the dandelion greens.
Cook stirring over medium-high heat until nicely wilted (about 3-5 minutes)
Don't overcook the greens or you’ll lose nutrients.
Sprinkle a bit of salt on the greens and add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

You can also add Parmesan cheese, red pepper, crumbled bacon, chopped onion, or any other ingredients that strike your fancy.