Collard greens

How to select

Choose collard greens that have dark leaves with no yellow. Collard greens can also be purchased frozen or canned.

How to prepare

Soak collard greens in cold water for 10-15 minutes to remove any dirt or pesticides.
Rinse each stalk under running water after soaking.
Pat the leaves dry with a dry towel.

How to store

Collard greens should be refrigerated in a plastic bag and used within five days.

Ways to use

Spruce up a sandwich with collard greens.
Add collard greens to traditional dishes to add color and nutrients.
Swap out lettuce for collard greens in any salad.
Include collard greens in any pasta dish or combine with other ingredients to make a new side dish.

Fun facts

Collard greens originated in Greece and are the oldest vegetable in the cabbage family.
Collard greens are the state vegetable of South Carolina.

Nutrition facts and info

Collard greens are high in manganese, vitamin K, vitamin A, and vitamin C as well as a good source of fiber and calcium.

1 cup chopped collard greens = 11 calories, 2 g carbs, 1.4 g fiber, 1.1 g protein, 84 mg calcium, 10 mg magnesium, 9 mg phosphorus, 77 mg potassium, 13 mg vitamin C