Savory Collard Greens
Amazing on the Thanksgiving table, or any time you want a savory, healthy side dish. These delicious collard greens pack a little heat and a whole lot of yum!Adapted from a recipe by Nora Cooks.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 2 lbs. collard greens cleaned and cut into bite sized pieces
- 1 tbsp. distilled white vinegar
- 1 tbsp. hot sauce, like Cholula optional
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a stock pot (or other large, deep pot). Add the diced onion and sauté till translucent - about five minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30-60 seconds.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and smoked paprika, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir the mixture till well combined and bring to a gentle boil.
- Then add the collard greens. Using kitchen tongs, turn the greens in the liquid till everything is coated. Turn the heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, add the vinegar and hot sauce and give everything a good stir.
- Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes or till the greens are tender. Serve hot.
Notes
- A stock pot with high sides helps keep the greens under control. You can also use a Dutch oven or other large pot - the deeper the better.
- A pair of inexpensive kitchen tongs makes turning the greens in the liquid much easier than using a spoon.
- Leftover greens will keep in the refrigerator for about three days.
Nutrition Facts
Savory Collard Greens
Amount per Serving
Calories
82
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Sodium
313
mg
14
%
Potassium
283
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
9
g
3
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
6090
IU
122
%
Vitamin C
43
mg
52
%
Calcium
270
mg
27
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.