Description
Collard greens are a nutrient-rich leafy green vegetable, known for their robust flavor and health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch collard greens
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the collard greens thoroughly and remove the stems.
- Chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add garlic and onion, sauté until onion is translucent.
- Add collard greens and stir well.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Collard greens can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- They pair well with cornbread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 49
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 201mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: collard greens, leafy greens, vegetable recipe, healthy greens