Sweet and Tangy Sautéed Collard Greens

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These sautéed collard greens are sweet and tangy with a honey and balsamic vinegar dressing. They're a delicious and nutritious vegetarian side dish or salad.

Submitted by Lauren C.
Updated on March 18, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • ½ Vidalia or other sweet onion, sliced

  • 1 ½ pounds collard greens - rinsed, trimmed, and chopped

  • ½ cup water

  • 5 tablespoons melted butter

  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in collard greens, in batches if necessary, until wilted slightly, and all fit in the skillet. Pour in water and cook, stirring occasionally, until greens are bright and tender, 5 to 7 minutes; check often and lower heat as necessary to prevent burning. Drain.

  2. While greens are cooking, whisk together melted butter, vinegar, honey, and ginger in a serving bowl.

  3. Add drained greens to the bowl and toss with vinegar mixture. Season with salt and pepper; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

128 Calories
9g Fat
11g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 128
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Sodium 71mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 2g 5%
Vitamin C 31mg 34%
Calcium 130mg 10%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 168mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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