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Recipe printed from: https://www.kidneycommunitykitchen.ca/kkcookbook/recipes/wilted-greens/

Bowl of wilted leafy greens sautéed with onions and topped with chopped nuts in a light sauce.

Wilted Greens

Recipe by Chef Paul Natrall (Mr. Bannock), reviewed by Registered Dietitian Dani Renouf

Wilted Greens

Tender collard greens simmered with garlic and onions, finished with vinegar and crunchy toasted nuts.

Ingredients

1.5 tbsp
olive oil
1/2
onion, chopped
2 tbsp
garlic scapes or minced garlic
1
bunch collard greens, stems removed
1/8 tbsp
black pepper
1/2 tbsp
red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup
no salt added chicken broth or more as needed
2 tbsp
vinegar
1/8 cup
Walnuts pieces or slivers, toasted

Directions

Cooking time: 30 minutes 

Food safety tips:

  • Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.   
  • Clean all countertops and equipment used for food preparation.   
  • Gently rinse all produce under cool running water. 
  • Use separate equipment for handling raw food and cooked food. 

Preparation:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic. Cook until they are soft, being careful not to let them burn. 
  • Add the broth and bring it to a boil. 
  • Add one-quarter of the greens and stir. As they wilt, continue adding the greens in one-quarter batches until all the greens are in the pan and wilted. 
  • Stir in the black pepper and red pepper flakes if desired. 
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the greens are tender. The broth should cook down and almost disappear. 
  • Remove from heat. Sprinkle with toasted nuts and vinegar before serving. 

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