Collard greens are stellar for keto with about 1.8g net carbs per 100g. Their sturdy, broad leaves are incredibly versatile—use as low-carb wraps, braise them Southern-style, or sauté as a simple side. A traditional food that slips perfectly into modern keto eating.
YOUR PORTION
Per 100 g (as listed by source). USDA FoodData Central.
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1.4gnet carbs in your portion
The 100 g reference amount provides 1.4g net carbs and can fit common keto portions.
Per 100 g (as listed by source)
Source: USDA FoodData Central reference record
Source fit: generic reference; variety, brand, or preparation may differ
Net-carb calculation: total carbohydrate - fiber
This USDA record is used as a generic nutrition reference; variety, brand, or preparation may differ.
Nutrition record reviewed 2026-07-09. Maintained by KetoLens Team.
Braise with bacon or ham hocks, onions, and chicken broth for 30–45 minutes. Finish with vinegar-apple-cider and red pepper flakes.
Steam large leaves 3–4 minutes until pliable. Use as tortilla replacements with deli-turkey, cheese, and mayonnaise.
Remove stems, chop leaves, and sauté in bacon-grease with garlic and onions 10–15 minutes. Top with crumbled bacon.
Remove stems, tear into pieces, toss with olive-oil and salt. Bake at 275°F (135°C) for 20–25 minutes until crisp.
Brown Italian sausage, add chopped collards, garlic, and chicken broth. Simmer until tender, finish with parmesan-cheese and red pepper flakes.
Add chopped collards to keto-friendly soups with sausage, bacon, or ham—they hold up well to long cooking.