Paleo Savory Braised Greens

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Paleo Savory Braised Greens recipe, a nutrient-packed side dish or standalone vegan meal that brings bold, earthy flavors to your table. This dish combines tender kale and collard greens simmered to perfection in savory vegetable broth and aromatic olive oil, garlic, and onions. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes elevate the flavor profile with a zesty kick. Ready in just 45 minutes, this paleo-friendly, gluten-free recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it alongside roasted proteins or enjoy it as a light, wholesome main dish—delicious, versatile, and packed with vitamins!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 1 bunch kale leaves
• 1 bunch collard greens
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Peel and thinly slice the onion. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Wash the kale and collard greens thoroughly under cold water. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into large pieces.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the chopped kale and collard greens to the skillet, and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring the greens are evenly covered. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.

Step 8

Let the greens simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender.

Step 9

Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium, and cook for an additional 5 minutes to evaporate any excess liquid.

Step 10

Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot as a side dish or a main vegan course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1003.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	644.5

Total Fat 34.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1879.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.7g	0%
Total Sugars 12.0g
Protein 25.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 927.9mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2121.7mg	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: 44.3%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 41.2%