Dandelion greens are packed with nutrients (vitamin E and iron) and are available both in ethnic markets and your own backyard. Blanching and combining them with tamari and ginger tames their natural bitterness.
Servings: Serves 4–6
Ingredients
  • 1 bunch (about 1 pound) dandelion greens
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion , sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic , chopped
  • 3 ounces shiitake mushrooms , sliced
  • 1 tsp. chopped fresh ginger
  • 1 Tbsp. tamari or dark soy sauce
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Directions
    Notes: You may substitute wild spinach for the dandelion greens; if you do, there is no need to trim and blanch the spinach, and you can begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet.

    Wash dandelion greens and cut off tough stems.

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Immerse greens for 1 minute; remove to a colander and run under cold water. Set aside.

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add onion and sauté over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 4 minutes.

    Add garlic and mushrooms; cook 4 minutes more.

    Stir in reserved greens, ginger, and tamari. Cook 3 minutes, then remove from heat.

    Add lemon juice; serve.

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