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Collard Greens and Green Beans Ala' Orange

Author: Recipes_se
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizers, Side Dishes, Snacks
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 50 kcal

Equipment

  • Stove

Ingredients
  

  • water
  • 1 lb green beans
  • 1 cup shallot chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 yellow or orange bell pepper sliced very thin (julienned)
  • 2 cups collard greens chopped and packed
  • 3 tbsp orange juice fresh squeezed, no added sugar or preservatives
  • zest of 1 orange
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
  • 1/8 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a steamer basket, add water to the bottom of the steam basket. Bring the water to a boil and add in the green beans. Steam for about 3 minutes until tender and bright green.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the shallots, garlic, and peppers for about 5 minutes until tender and golden.
  • Reduce heat and add in the green beans, collard greens, juice, zest and vinegar. Cook for 5 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.

My Notes

Nutrition with Essential Amino Acids

Nutrition Facts
Collard Greens and Green Beans Ala' Orange
Amount Per Serving (1 cup)
Calories 50
% Daily Value*
Sodium 7mg0%
Potassium 218mg6%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Some amino acids levels are estimated, some product manufacturers do not supply amino acid values. The value source usda.gov.