Low Carb Revelation LLC

Low-Carb • Keto-Friendly • 4 Servings

Tender collard greens slowly simmered with smoky bacon, sautéed onions, garlic, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. A simple Southern-inspired side dish packed with flavor and naturally low in carbohydrates.

Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 30–40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 bunch fresh collard greens, washed and chopped
• 4–5 ounces chunky smoked bacon, cut into pieces
• ½ small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1½–2 cups chicken or Beef Broth
• 1–2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the greens: Wash collard greens thoroughly. Remove the tough lower stems if desired and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
2. Cook the bacon: Add bacon pieces to a large pot over medium heat. Cook until the fat renders and the bacon begins to brown.
3. Sauté the onions: Add diced onion to the bacon and drippings. Cook until softened and translucent.
4. Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add collard greens: Add chopped collard greens in handfuls, stirring as they begin to wilt.
6. Add broth: Pour in chicken broth, adding enough to partially cover the greens.
7. Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook over low heat for approximately 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens reach your desired tenderness.
8. Finish with vinegar: Stir in apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Serve: Spoon the greens into a serving dish and include some of the flavorful cooking liquid, known as pot liquor.

Serving Ideas

• Serve alongside grilled chicken or steak.
• Pair with smoked sausage or pork chops.
• Enjoy as a flavorful low-carb Southern side dish.
• Save the pot liquor to sip as a savory broth or spoon over your greens.

Notes

• For softer, more tender greens, simmer a little longer.
• Apple cider vinegar adds a wonderful brightness and balances the smoky bacon flavor.
• Don’t discard the pot liquor! It contains wonderful smoky flavor and nutrients from the greens.
• Adjust the amount of vinegar to your personal taste.

Estimated Nutrition Information

Per Serving 1 cup cooked

• Calories: 63
• Protein: 6g
• Total Carbohydrates: 10g
• Fiber 3g
• Net Carbs: 7g
• Fat: 8.8g
• Calcium: 266

Nutrition values are estimates and will vary depending on bacon, broth, and ingredient brands used.