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Traditional dish rich in protein and fiber, made with collard greens and ground beef.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed collard greens with ground beef (180 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 13.5 g of protein, 11.2 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 324 µg of Vitamin K covers 270% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
198
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
13.5g
· 27% DV
Fat
11.2g
· 14% DV
Fiber
4.9g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 28% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.2 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.14 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% |
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% |
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.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 99 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Cook the ground beef with chopped onion until browned, then add washed, sliced collard greens and a little water. Cover and cook until the leaves are tender, stirring occasionally. Season with salt, pepper, garlic, or chili to taste.
The basic ingredients are collard greens, ground beef, onion, and a little cooking oil. Garlic, tomato paste, broth, or chili are common additions, while some versions include rice or another grain to make the dish more substantial.
No, blanching is not necessary for sauteed collard greens with ground beef. Thinly sliced leaves can cook directly in the pan with the beef, especially with the lid on and a splash of water; blanching first makes them softer and mellower.
Remove the thick stems, wash the leaves well, and slice them thinly to reduce the chance of a tough or bitter result. Briefly blanching the greens before sautéing can mellow their flavor, though it may also wash away some of their taste.
Serve sauteed collard greens with ground beef with cornbread, rice, or potatoes to make a filling meal. A tangy side such as coleslaw or a squeeze of lemon also balances the rich beef and earthy greens.
Yes, sauteed collard greens with ground beef can be frozen once fully cooled. Pack it in airtight, meal-sized containers, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it until steaming throughout; avoid refreezing leftovers after thawing.
Sauteed collard greens with ground beef keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is hot throughout.
Yes, frozen collards work in sauteed collard greens with ground beef. Add them straight to the pan or thaw and drain them first; frozen greens release extra water, so uncover the pan near the end if the dish looks too wet.
Yes, kale can replace collards in sauteed collard greens with ground beef, but it cooks more quickly and has a slightly different texture. Remove its tough stems, slice the leaves, and check for tenderness earlier than you would with mature collards.
Use lean ground beef, reduce the added oil, and cook the greens with a splash of water instead of frying them in plenty of fat. You can also serve it without a rich sauce and add lemon or herbs for extra flavor.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
324µg · 270% DV
Vitamin A
576µg · 64% DV
B12
1.17µg · 49% DV
Vitamin C
39.6mg · 44% DV
Minerals
Zinc
3.6mg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
171mg · 24% DV
Calcium
198mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
594mg · 17% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sauteed collard greens with ground beef is a home-style dish made by cooking chopped collard leaves with minced meat, often with onion. It is especially at home in Turkey’s Black Sea region, where karalahana (collard greens) is a familiar ingredient in everyday cooking.
The greens have a pleasantly robust, earthy flavour that softens as they cook, while the meat makes the dish hearty. Serve it warm as a main, with cornbread in the Black Sea style, or alongside yoghurt and a simple salad. It provides both protein and fibre, making it a satisfying meal; use a modest amount of meat and cooking fat for a lighter version.
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.
Medium
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
SATURATED
4.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.