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Marinated Collard Greens Salad

A refreshing and tangy salad featuring tender collard greens marinated in a zesty dressing, perfect as a side dish or light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups collard greens, chopped stems removed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled optional
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Collard Greens
  1. Wash the collard greens thoroughly and remove the tough stems. Chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Salad Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped collard greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and feta cheese (if using).
Marinate the Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve
  1. Toss the salad again before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance for even better flavor. Adjust the dressing ingredients to taste.

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