Soul-Warming Collard Greens
Collard greens are a soul-warming dish that transforms any meal into a celebration. Cooked low and slow, these vibrant greens are infused with smoky flavors and aromatic spices, bringing comfort and nutrition to your table. Perfect as a side or main ingredient, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb collard greens, washed and chopped
- 1 smoked ham hock (or 4 oz bacon)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse collard greens under cold water, remove stems, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add ham hock (or bacon) and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in collard greens and red pepper flakes. Cover and cook for 45–60 minutes until tender.
- Remove ham hock; shred any meat back into the pot if desired. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg