Brazilian Collard Greens
This simple and flavorful Brazilian Collard Greens recipe is a staple side dish that pairs perfectly with almost any meal. Sautéed with shallots and garlic in a blend of olive oil and vegan margarine, the greens become perfectly tender and aromatic. It's a quick, nutritious addition to your table that brings authentic South American flair to your kitchen.
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Ingredients for 8 Servings
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2 lbs
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2 tablespoons
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1 tablespoon
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1/3 cup
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1 tablespoon
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to taste
Time
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Method
- Remove and discard stems from collard greens and cut leaves into strips.
- Heat oil and margarine in large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic, sauteing until brown.
- Slowly add collard greens, stirring until they reach the desired degree of tenderness, about 15 minutes.
- Add kosher salt and pepper to taste.
Notes:
Cooking time for the collard greens will vary depending on your personal taste and desired degree of tenderness.
Serving info: Total recipe: 750g · Yields 8 portions · Portion size: 94g
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Portion | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 90 | 85 | 4% |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 7.5 | 7.0 | 3% |
| ↳ of which sugars (g) | 0.7 | 0.6 | - |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 4.9 | 4.6 | 16% |
| Protein (g) | 3.7 | 3.5 | 7% |
| Total fat (g) | 5.7 | 5.4 | 7% |
| ↳ saturated (g) | 0.9 | 0.9 | 5% |
| ↳ monounsaturated (g) | 3.3 | 3.1 | - |
| ↳ polyunsaturated (g) | 0.8 | 0.8 | - |
| ↳ trans (g) | 0 | 0 | - |
| Sodium (mg) | 306 | 288 | 13% |
| Calcium (mg) | 286 | 269 | 21% |
| Iron (mg) | 0.7 | 0.6 | 3% |
| Potassium (mg) | 266 | 250 | 5% |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 33 | 31 | 34% |
| Vitamin B12 (µg) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Ingredient data sources
- Collard greens — 907g — Collards, raw — USDA FDC
- Olive oil — 27g — Oil, olive, salad or cooking — USDA FDC
- Vegan margarine — 14g — Margarine-like, vegetable oil spread, 60% fat — USDA FDC
- Shallot — 50g — Shallots, raw — USDA FDC
- Garlic — 9g — Garlic, raw — USDA FDC
⚠️ = estimated or sourced outside the listed databases.
% Daily Value based on FDA 2020 Daily Values for adults (2,000 kcal diet). Vitamin C values adjusted for 75% retention after sautéing.
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15 mins
