Collard Greens with Raisins and Almonds

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 and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Collard Greens with Raisins and Almonds

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sauteeing Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 bunch Collard Greens
• ¹⁄₄ cup Raisins
• ¹⁄₄ cup Almonds
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable Broth
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Wash and chop the collard greens.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until golden brown.
4. Add collard greens and vegetable broth, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Stir in raisins and almonds, season with salt and black pepper.
6. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 13g

Protein 6g12%

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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.