Sautéed collards with garlic and onions

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Sautéed collards with garlic and onions is a savory, quick-cooked vegetable side dish featuring tender-crisp collard greens, aromatic garlic, and sweet onions, typically sautéed in oil or bacon fat. This dish is a staple in Southern American cuisine, particularly soul food, though similar preparations exist in other culinary traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is low in carbohydrates and fat (especially if cooked with minimal oil), while being a good source of plant-based protein and exceptionally high in fiber. A typical one-cup serving provides over 100% of the daily value for vitamins K and A, along with significant amounts of vitamin C, calcium, and antioxidants, for roughly 50-80 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	80 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	10 g
Fat	3.5 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	300 mg
Vitamin K	800 mcg
Vitamin A	10000 IU
Vitamin C	35 mg
Calcium	270 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Manganese	0.6 mg
Folate	150 mcg

Per 1 cup (190 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the resourceful, flavor-forward cooking of the American South, where tough greens were transformed into a delicious staple. Nutritionally, collards are a powerhouse cruciferous vegetable, and the quick sauté method helps preserve their heat-sensitive nutrients like vitamin C better than prolonged boiling.