Vegan Collard Greens
Vegan collard greens are a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as a side or main course. This recipe provides a flavorful and plant-based twist on a classic Southern favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of collard greens, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the chopped collard greens to the pot and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and season with smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Cover the pot and let the collard greens simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender.
- Once cooked, adjust the seasoning if needed and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cup
Tools
Serving spoon Cover for the pot
Serving suggestions
Serve the vegan collard greens with a side of cornbread or over a bed of quinoa for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, you can also incorporate a splash of apple cider vinegar or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast before serving.
Cost
$8