Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
🥬
Collard greens with white beans Calories
Rich in fiber, plant protein, and vitamin K
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (chopped) of Collard greens with white beans (180 g) has 207 calories. That works out to 115 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.4 g of carbs, 10.1 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 9.9 g of fiber. Its 504 µg of Vitamin K covers 420% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 31 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Collard greens with white beans Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 180 g
207
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
28.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
10.1g
· 20% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
9.9g
· 35% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 18% · Fat 31%
Collard greens with white beans nutrition facts table · 1 cup (chopped) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 207 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.99 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 468 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% |
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Chopped Collard greens with white beans?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (chopped) | 180 g | 207 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 90 g | 104 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 115 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 288 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (chopped) | 270 g | 311 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 400 g | 460 kcal |
Calculated from 115 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Collard greens with white beans
What is collard greens with white beans?
Collard greens with white beans is a hearty dish of chopped collards simmered with cooked white beans, often with onion and seasonings. It is associated with Turkish Black Sea cooking, where collards are a familiar leafy vegetable.
How do you make collard greens with white beans?
To make collard greens with white beans, soften the beans separately, then cook chopped collards with onion until tender. Add the beans and hot water or broth, and simmer until the greens are soft and the flavors come together.
What do you serve with collard greens with white beans?
Serve collard greens with white beans with cornbread or crusty bread to soak up the broth. A tangy pickle or a simple salad also works well; the bean-and-greens dish is filling enough to keep the rest of the meal light.
Can you use canned beans in collard greens with white beans?
Yes, canned white beans work in collard greens with white beans. Drain and rinse them, then stir them in after the collards have softened so the beans warm through without breaking apart during a long simmer.
How do you make collard greens less bitter in collard greens with white beans?
For milder collard greens with white beans, remove the thick leaf ribs, slice the leaves finely, and blanch them briefly before adding them to the pot. Simmering the greens until tender also mellows their strong, earthy flavor.
Where does collard greens with white beans come from?
Collard greens with white beans is associated with Turkey’s Black Sea region, where collards are commonly cooked at home. Recipes vary by household; some use tomato paste and onion, while others add cornmeal to give the dish a thicker texture.
How do you thicken collard greens with white beans?
To thicken collard greens with white beans, mash a few cooked beans against the side of the pot and stir them back in. In some Turkish home-style versions, a little cornmeal is used instead; add it gradually to avoid lumps.
Can collard greens with white beans be made in a pressure cooker?
Yes, you can make collard greens with white beans in a pressure cooker. Add the collards, beans, and enough liquid, but adjust the cooking time depending on whether the beans are already cooked; follow your cooker’s instructions.
How long do leftovers of collard greens with white beans last?
Leftover collard greens with white beans keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and heat it thoroughly on the stove or in the microwave.
Can you freeze collard greens with white beans?
Yes, collard greens with white beans freeze well. Cool the dish, portion it into airtight containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating. The collards may be softer after thawing, but the flavor should remain good.
Collard greens with white beans Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
504µg · 420% DV
Vitamin A
486µg · 54% DV
Vitamin C
30.6mg · 34% DV
Folate
122.4µg · 31% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.34mg · 38% DV
Manganese
0.76mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
164mg · 23% DV
Sodium
468mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
567mg · 17% DV
Collard greens with white beans Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Collard greens with white beans
To burn the 207 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (180 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Collard greens with white beans?
Collard greens with white beans is a hearty Turkish home-style stew, especially associated with the Black Sea region. Chopped greens simmer with dried white beans until both are tender; onion and tomato paste are common additions, though recipes vary from household to household.
Long cooking softens the greens and mellows their earthy, slightly bitter edge, while the beans make the broth substantial and creamy. Serve it hot, often with cornbread in its regional setting, or with bread as a filling meat-free meal. It offers fibre and plant protein; a 100 g portion has 5.5 g of fibre. For a lighter bowl, keep the added oil modest and let the beans and greens provide most of the substance.
How Nutritious Is Collard greens with white beans?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Collard greens with white beans Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Collard greens with white beans Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Collard greens with white beans Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Collard greens with white beans Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.99g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.87g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.1:1).
Compare Collard greens with white beans
Foods Similar to Collard greens with white beans
Have another question about Collard greens with white beans?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.