Low Fat Southern Style Collard Greens

Experience the comforting flavors of Southern cuisine with this Low Fat Southern Style Collard Greens recipe, a lightened-up twist on a classic. Perfectly tender collard greens are simmered in low-sodium vegetable broth and infused with smoky paprika, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a touch of heat from optional red pepper flakes. With no added oils and packed with vibrant spices, this healthier version retains all the rich, savory goodness of traditional Southern greens without the extra calories or fat. Ready in just over an hour and easy to prepare, these greens make an incredible side dish or a satisfying topping for rice. Bursting with flavor and nutrition, it’s a must-try recipe for anyone looking for a wholesome taste of the South.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Collard greens
• 6 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 large Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 3 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0 to taste Salt (optional, to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and clean the collard greens thoroughly to remove dirt and grit. Trim the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot or Dutch oven, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté with a small splash of vegetable broth over medium heat until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the remaining vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Add the collard greens to the pot, a handful at a time, stirring to wilt them down before adding more.

Step 6

Stir in the apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), black pepper, and salt (if desired).

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the greens simmer for 45 to 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and full of flavor.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve hot as a side dish or over rice for a hearty meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2610.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	510.6

Total Fat 7.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3190.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 28.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1413.0mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 2730.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.8%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 67.9%