Collard Greens With Black Beans

Collard greens are a staple in Southern cuisine and are often associated with good luck and prosperity when eaten on New Year’s Day.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Collard Greens With Black Beans

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 bunch Collard Greens
• 1 can Black Beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. Wash and remove the stems from the collard greens. Roll the leaves and slice into thin strips.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
3. Add collard greens to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Drain and rinse black beans, then add them to the skillet along with vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the collard greens are tender.
6. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
7. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 4g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.