Best 6 Easy Collard Greens Recipes

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**Collard Greens: A Southern Comfort Food Classic**

Collard greens, a leafy green vegetable belonging to the cabbage family, take center stage in Southern cuisine, relished for their distinctive flavor and nutritional value. These hearty greens, often braised or simmered with smoked meats, onions, garlic, and spices, embody the essence of Southern comfort food. In this article, we present a collection of easy-to-follow recipes that showcase the versatility of collard greens, from traditional Southern preparations to innovative culinary creations. Whether you prefer classic braised collards, a zesty collard green salad, or a flavorful collard green soup, our recipes offer something for every palate. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the delicious world of collard greens, a Southern staple that continues to captivate taste buds across generations.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY COLLARD GREENS



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Easy southern collards the whole family will enjoy. Seasoning measurements are approximated; adjust to preferred taste.

Provided by tammyhart

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 2h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1 pound) package washed and chopped collard greens
4 bacon slices, chopped
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 pinch cayenne pepper
water to cover

Steps:

  • Combine collard greens, bacon, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, and cayenne pepper in a stock pot. Pour enough water over the greens mixture to cover completely. Bring the water to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until the greens are tender, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 9.7 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1006 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

EASY VEGETARIAN COLLARD GREENS



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This is a wonderful way to make delicious, tender, vegan collard greens. The smoked sweet paprika in these greens imparts a wonderful smoky flavor without the traditional but decidedly non-kosher and non-vegetarian smoked ham hock. Make sure the paprika you buy is smoked, as the regular kind won't give you that smoky flavor. Whatever you do, don't discard the pot liquor! It is full of the nutrients and flavor that have leached out of the greens during cooking, and makes a very full-bodied and rich broth you can use as a replacement for water when making rice (my favorite), as the base for soups or stews, or in any other savory dish that requires broth or water.

Provided by Whats Cooking

Categories     Collard Greens

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs collard greens
4 -5 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, chopped
3 cups vegetable stock
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
hot sauce (optional) or red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash greens well, submerging in a sink full of cold water to remove any dirt and grit. Drain well. Cut off the stems right where the leaf starts. Stack about 5-8 leaves on top of eachother, then roll lengthwise. Cut rolled up leaves into 1" slices widthwise. Repeat until all the greens are done, and add to a large pot.
  • Add all other ingredients. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer for 45 minutes or until greens are extremely tender. Serve hot, using a slotted spoon to drain the liquid from the greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34.5, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 248.6, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 2.2

EASY COLLARD GREENS



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This easy collard greens recipe will be a new favorite side dish. It's delicious paired with our Southern Pulled Pork Sandwiches recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 ounces applewood smoked bacon, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 ounces smoked ham, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups chicken broth
2 pounds collard greens, stems and thick center ribs removed, leaves coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large pot set over medium-high heat. Once fat renders but before bacon becomes crispy, add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and ham to pot and continue cooking, 1 minute.
  • Add chicken broth to pot and bring to a boil, scraping brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Add collard greens and salt to pot and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until greens are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated from the pot, 25-30 minutes.

EASY BRAZILIAN COLLARD GREENS



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This is a fast and simple way to cook collards that results in a bright, lively flavour. Recipe is from Gourmet Magazine (Sept. 2007) and works with mustard greens too.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Collard Greens

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 lbs collard greens, stems and center ribs discarded and leaves halved lengthwise
3 garlic cloves
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Stack half of collard leaves and roll into a cigar shape. Cut crosswise into very thin strips (1/16 inch wide). Repeat with remainder.
  • Mince and mash garlic to a paste with salt.
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, then cook garlic, stirring, 30 seconds. Add collards with 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, tossing, until just tender and bright green, 3 to 4 minutes.

EASY COLLARD GREENS



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I use a Power Pressure Cooker XL 8 quart model to cook these lip-smacking collards. Collards work well with beef, chicken, and pork. It is also works as compliment to other cooked vegetables. Despite their odor during the cooking process, the flavor more than makes up for that. Choose collards green in color throughout, not...

Provided by Lady Gray

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h2m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-3 bunche bunch fresh collard greens, chopped
1/2 c chicken stock, light
2 Tbsp oil
1/4 c white onion, chopped
1/4 c red bell pepper, chopped
1-2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar or white vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp sugar
3 clove garlic, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Rinse and soak collard greens by filling your sink with cold water for at least 15 minutes. Drain sink and refill sink with water and greens for another 15 minutes
  • 2. Drain the final rinse water and begin tearing the leaves away from the stalks. Discard all stalks.
  • 3. Combine all the other remaining ingredients in the multi-cooker container.
  • 4. Then, gather greens and layer them. Roll them into cigar-shaped bundles. Begin to slice the greens into one - two inch wide sections. You'll need the multi-cooker container near to place the cut greens inside.
  • 5. Insert container into the cooker. Choose the lentil/beans selection. Select medium mode and then adjust time to 17 minutes.
  • 6. When time has elapsed, turn power off. Release steam immediately or let cool naturally for 20 minutes. Serves four.

EASY COLLARD GREENS



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This recipe is adapted from many other recipes and friends who taught me how to make collard greens.

Provided by Shaped By Hand

Categories     Collard Greens

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 1 cup servings, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (14 ounce) bag collard greens
3 (15 ounce) cans Swanson chicken broth
1 (12 ounce) package bacon
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Cut the bacon into one inch pieces and fry in a large stock pot on medium high until cooked.
  • Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add the salt and collard greens then stir.
  • Lower heat to medium low and cover collard greens. Cook for 1 hour covered.
  • Add the red pepper flakes and let cook uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.8, Fat 42.1, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 3867.9, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 26.1

Tips:

  • Choose fresh collard greens: Look for leaves that are deep green and free of blemishes or holes.
  • Wash the collard greens thoroughly: This will remove any dirt or grit from the leaves.
  • Remove the tough stems from the collard greens: This will make the greens more tender and easier to eat.
  • Chop the collard greens into bite-sized pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use a large pot to cook the collard greens: This will give the greens plenty of room to wilt and cook evenly.
  • Add a flavorful cooking liquid to the collard greens: This could be chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water. You can also add other ingredients to the cooking liquid, such as onions, garlic, or bacon.
  • Simmer the collard greens until they are tender: This will usually take about 30 minutes, but it may take longer depending on the age and toughness of the greens.
  • Season the collard greens to taste: This could be done with salt, pepper, garlic powder, or any other desired seasonings.
  • Serve the collard greens hot or at room temperature: They can be served as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion:

Collard greens are a delicious and nutritious leafy green that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and calcium. Collard greens can be cooked in a variety of ways, but they are most commonly braised or stewed. They can also be added to soups, stews, and salads. No matter how you choose to cook them, collard greens are a healthy and delicious addition to any meal.

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