The colder months are practically synonymous with getting sick, but that doesn’t have to be the case. 🙂 Between less sunlight (and therefore less vitamin D), more time indoors and the sugar-heavy holiday season, our immune systems can take a real hit, especially in the Northeast!
One of the simplest ways to support your health is through nourishing, nutrient-dense food. While you might already use things like elderberry syrup during winter, this quick Winter Immunity Sauté is a recipe you can enjoy often as a side dish or even a main over grains or paired with your favorite protein.
This dish is loaded with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich ingredients that help keep your body strong, your immunity supported and your inflammation low. It’s simple, flavorful and packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh winter greens, aromatics and herbs.
Ingredients
- Organic olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bunch kale, chopped
- 1–2 heads bok choy, sliced
- 1–2 tsp fresh chopped rosemary
- Pink Himalayan salt or any high-quality mineral salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat a generous drizzle of organic olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onion and cook until it softens and becomes fragrant.
- Add the minced garlic and stir for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the chopped kale and bok choy. Sauté until the greens soften and shrink down, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add a few drops of rosemary oil or fresh chopped rosemary.
- Season with pink salt to taste.
- Serve warm as a nourishing winter side dish or turn it into a main by pairing it with quinoa, rice, or your favorite protein.
Why This Recipe Supports Winter Immunity
- Kale & Bok Choy: Rich in vitamins A, C, K, antioxidants, and minerals that support healthy immune function and reduce inflammation.
- Garlic & Onion: Natural antimicrobials that help protect against viruses + bacteria.
- Rosemary: Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties to help fight oxidative stress.
- Olive Oil: Heart-healthy fats that help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins.
