⏱ 25 min total

Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar

Name: Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ½ tbsp Olive oil; ½ cup strips or slices Carrots; 2 cup, chopped Kale; ½ dash Salt; ½ dash Black pepper; 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar

Per 1 serving · 218 g · 6 ingredients

Calories

165

8%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
6.4g
14% of calories
Carbs
20g
45% of calories
Fat
8.2g
41% of calories

Portion

✓ Cholesterol free

At a glance

One serving of Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar (218 g) has 165 calories, with 6.4 g of protein, 20 g of carbohydrates and 8.2 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (45% of calories). It is high in dietary fiber (23% DV), Vitamin A (131% DV) and Vitamin C (183% DV).

Per 100 g

75cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

3.9g

Net carbs

14g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

6.5g

8.3 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Dietary fiber23%
Vitamin A131%
Vitamin C183%
Vitamin E23%
Vitamin K797%
Vitamin B635%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Thiamine16%
Riboflavin (B2)17%
Niacin12%
Potassium19%
Magnesium17%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Nothing notable

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 10 minCook 15 min

1
Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
2
Add the sliced carrots and sauté, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the chopped kale and cook, tossing frequently, until wilted and tender, about 5 minutes.
4
Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then drizzle in the balsamic vinegar.
5
Cook, stirring, until the vinegar reduces slightly and coats the vegetables, 2 to 3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6
Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (218 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	1,179 μg	131%
Vitamin C	164 mg	183%
Vitamin D	0 μg	0%
Vitamin E	3 mg	23%
Vitamin K	957 μg	797%
Thiamine	0.2 mg	16%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	17%
Niacin	2 mg	12%
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg	35%
Folate (B9)	201 μg	50%
Vitamin B12	0 μg	0%
Pantothenic acid	0.3 mg	6%
Choline	6 mg	1%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	226 mg	23%
Iron	2 mg	29%
Potassium	872 mg	19%
Magnesium	72 mg	17%
Phosphorus	148 mg	21%
Zinc	1 mg	8%
Copper	2 mg	225%
Manganese	1 mg	44%
Selenium	1 μg	2%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	0.3 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	2,193 μg	—
Arginine	0.3 g	—
Aspartic acid	1 g	—
Beta carotene	12,996 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.1 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	2 μg	—
Fructose	2 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	2 g	—
Glutamic acid	1 g	—
Glycine	0.2 g	—
Histidine	0.1 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	0.3 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	0.4 g	—
Lycopene	1 μg	—
Lysine	0.3 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	0.1 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	5 g	—
Phenylalanine	0.3 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	1 g	—
Proline	0.3 g	—
Retinol	0 μg	—
Serine	0.2 g	—
Starch	1 g	—
Sucrose	2 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	0.3 g	—
Total omega 3	0 g	—
Total omega 6	0 g	—
Tryptophan	0 g	—
Tyrosine	0.2 g	—
Valine	0.3 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0 μg	—

Burning 165 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

31min
Walking (3.5 mph)
20min
Cycling (moderate)
14min
Running (6 mph)
23min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar?

One serving of Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar (1 serving) has 165 calories, which works out to 75 calories per 100 g. That is about 8.2% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar high in protein?

Not especially. It has 6.4 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 14% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 14 g of net carbs and 45% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar?

174 mg per serving.

How much sugar is in Sautéed Kale and Carrots with Balsamic Vinegar?

8.3 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (218 g)

Calories165

% Daily Value*

Total fat 8.2g	10%
Saturated fat 1.1g	5%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 174mg	8%
Total carbohydrate 20g	7%
Dietary fiber 6.5g	23%
Total sugars 8.3g
Protein 6.4g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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