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Spicy Collards And Okra

Type: Vegetables
Serves: 8 people

Recipe Ingredients

2   Large bunche collard greens - (4 lbs total - rinsed, stems
  Removed and discarded
3 tablespoons 45mlOlive oil
4 tablespoons 60mlGarlic cloves - finely chopped (large)
1/2 teaspoon 2.5mlCrushed red pepper
1/4 lb 113g / 4ozOkra - trimmed, sliced
1 1/2 cups 355mlChicken broth
1/2 teaspoon 2.5mlSalt

Recipe Instructions

Bring a large stockpot filled two-thirds with water to a boil; add collards and cook 2 minutes. Drain.

Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and pepper; cook 1 minute, until garlic is golden. Add okra and cook 4 to 5 minutes more.

Add broth and collards to skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook 20 minutes, turning collards occasionally, until tender. Stir in salt.

This recipe yields 8 servings.

Carbohydrates: 11.5 grams

Net Carbs: 5.5 grams

Fiber: 6 grams

Protein: 5.5 grams

Fat: 6 grams

Calories: 111

Description:

"This dish combines two favorite southern vegetables. Loaded with fiber, minerals and iron, it is as nutritious as it is tasty. On the other hand, if you are not an okra fan, feel free to leave it out."

Source:
Atkins Cookbook at http://atkinscenter.com

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