Couve a Mineira

Name: Couve a Mineira
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 1 lb collard greens, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

A traditional Brazilian side dish of thinly sliced collard greens sauteed with garlic and olive oil until tender.

20 minEasyServes 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb collard greens, thinly sliced
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2

Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
3

Add 1 lb thinly sliced collard greens, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper to the skillet.
4

Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until greens are tender but bright green, then serve immediately.

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Questions

What is Couve a Mineira?

A traditional Brazilian side dish of thinly sliced collard greens sauteed with garlic and olive oil until tender. This reference files it under Brazilian side: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 20 minutes start to finish.

What should Couve a Mineira look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until fragrant and lightly golden. Step 4: cook until greens are tender but bright green.

Is Couve a Mineira low-carb?

A serving of Couve a Mineira carries 6 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

How many calories are in Couve a Mineira?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 80 calories, with 3 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 220 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Couve a Mineira?

Refrigerate what is left of Couve a Mineira within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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