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healthy collard greens recipe for salsa verde in a large jar

Green Goddess Dressing with Collards aka Collard Greens Salsa Verde

Unique twist on traditional green goddess dressing recipe. Healthy collard greens are added for a delicious and versatile sauce that works on everything from pasta to grilled meats, fish and vegetables.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American, Modern Soul Food
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 129kcal
Author: Marwin Brown

Ingredients

  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 2 cups packed fresh cilantro leaves with tender stems
  • 2 cups packed fresh parsley leaves with tender stems
  • ½ small bunch collard greens (washed, de-stemmed and blanched) about 2 ½ cups
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in the bowl of a small food processor and process until just smooth with a hint of chunkiness and texture.
  • Scoop salsa verde in a large glass mason jar. Top with extra virgin olive oil to cover the surface. Secure the lid tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

Notes

To blanch the greens bring a pot of water to a boil.While the water is heating prepare a ice bath by adding ice and water to a medium mixing bowl. Place the greens in the boiling water for 1-2 minutes then remove to ice bath to cool them down for 3-4 minutes. Drain the water, squeezing any excess water from the greens.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 1565IU | Vitamin C: 22.9mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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