Soulful Greens

This version of the popular Southern dish uses orange juice for sweetness and red pepper flakes for spice.

Preparation Time: 25 minutes
½ cup (4 oz) chicken broth, low-sodium ¾ cup (6 oz) water 2 lbs collard greens, washed and stems removed 1 ½ cups red onions, sliced 1 garlic clove, minced ¼ cup (2 oz) 100% orange juice ½ tsp dried red pepper flakes
Heat chicken broth and water in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Add collard greens and cook for 10 minutes. Sauté garlic and onions for 5 minutes in a skillet. Add orange juice and wilted greens. Stir until well coated. Simmer for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and serve.
Serves: 4
1 Cup of Fruits and Vegetables per Serving
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Nutrition Information per Serving:
Calories: 110 Total Fat: 0g Saturated Fat: 0g % of Calories from Fat: 0% % Calories from Sat Fat: 0%		Protein: 6g Carbohydrates: 16g Cholesterol: 0mg Dietary Fiber: 6g Sodium: 160mg
Each serving provides: An excellent source of fiber, calcium, and vitamins A and C, and a good source of iron.

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