Best 11 Kickin Vegetarian Collard Greens Recipes

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Discover the tantalizing flavors of Kickin' Vegetarian Collard Greens, a vibrant and soulful dish that combines the earthy goodness of collard greens with a symphony of spices. This delectable recipe is not only bursting with flavor but also incredibly nutritious, making it a perfect addition to any healthy diet. Alongside the classic collard greens recipe, this article presents two additional variations that add exciting twists to this traditional dish. Explore the tangy and umami-rich Kimchi Collard Greens, where the spicy and fermented flavors of kimchi blend harmoniously with the collard greens. If you're looking for a smoky and robust variation, try the Smoked Collard Greens infused with the essence of wood smoke for an irresistible depth of flavor. Indulge in the versatility of collard greens as you embark on a culinary journey filled with bold flavors and wholesome goodness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGETARIAN SOUTHERN-STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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A meat-free take on this Southern favorite that is full of flavor. Omnivores and vegans alike will enjoy this recipe for collard greens.

Provided by The Hungry Hutch

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

vegetable oil
1 onion, halved
1 quart unsalted or low sodium vegetable stock
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds collard greens, stems removed (if desired), washed, and cut into strips
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat a little bit of oil in a large pot over medium to medium-high heat. Add the onion cut-side down and cook until charred.
  • Add the vegetable stock, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the pot and bring to a boil.
  • Add the cut collard greens to the vegetable broth, cover, and let simmer until nice and silky, anywhere from 45 minutes to 2 hours (or more).
  • Add the vinegar, taste, and adjust the seasonings as you see fit. Serve.

KICKIN' COLLARD GREENS



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If you like greens you will love this recipe. The bacon and onions give them a wonderful flavor. Add more red pepper for a little more spice.

Provided by Ken Adams

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 slices bacon
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 cups chicken broth
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 pound fresh collard greens, cut into 2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add bacon, and cook until crisp. Remove bacon from pan, crumble and return to the pan. Add onion, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, and cook until just fragrant. Add collard greens, and fry until they start to wilt.
  • Pour in chicken broth, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until greens are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1000.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

VEGAN COLLARD GREENS



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These delicious vegan collard greens are simple enough for a weeknight meal but have enough flavor to serve to guests or as a Thanksgiving side dish. Quick and easy to make, they come together in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by Sapana Chandra

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon avocado oil
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 yellow onion (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 bunch collard greens
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Prepare the collard greens by removing thick central ribs, stacking up the leaves, and slicing into thin strips.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook until the onions become translucent and fragrant, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and increase heat to medium. Cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the chopped collard greens, salt, pepper, paprika, vinegar, and stir until the greens are coated with the mixture. Reduce the heat to low, and cook until the greens are wilted and dark green, about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently. Add a few tablespoons of water, if needed, throughout the cooking process (*see note).
  • Turn off heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 kcal, Sugar 6 g, Sodium 613 mg, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

QUICK COLLARD GREENS



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These collard greens are quickly cooked in olive oil and finished with a squeeze of lemon juice. You're going to love these healthy, vegetarian collards! Recipe yields 2 side servings. To make multiples, simply repeat the ingredients and instructions below (cook each batch separately for best results).

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large bunch (about 10 ounces) collard greens
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 medium cloves garlic, pressed or minced
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, scale back or omit if sensitive to spice)
A couple lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • To prepare the collards: Cut out the thick center rib out of each collard green. Stack the rib-less greens and roll them up into a cigar-like shape. Slice over the "cigar" as thinly as possible (⅛″ to ¼″) to make long strands. Shake up the greens and give them a few chops so the strands aren't so long.
  • Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat, then add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add all of the collard greens and the salt.
  • Stir until all of the greens are lightly coated in oil, then let them cook for about 30 seconds before stirring again. Continue stirring in 30-second intervals until the greens are wilted, dark green, and some are starting to turn browns on the edges (this is delicious). This will take between 3 to 6 minutes.
  • Once the collards are just about done, add the garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to break up the garlic and cook until it's fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Immediately divide the cooked collards onto plates, and serve with a lemon wedge each.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 side serving, Calories 140 calories, Sugar 0.7 g, Sodium 304.6 mg, Fat 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 4.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

SMOKY VEGETARIAN COLLARD GREENS



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Smoky, spicy, and delicious for omnivores and herbivores alike.

Provided by dinocakes

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 bunch collard greens, stems removed and leaves torn into bite-size pieces
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until browned and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add collard greens and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until greens are slightly wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Combine vegetable broth, cider vinegar, brown sugar, liquid smoke flavoring, and paprika in a large pot; add collard greens mixture. Cover pot and simmer until greens are very tender, 40 to 50 minutes. Strain collard greens before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 245.2 mg, Sugar 3 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

VEGETARIAN "SOUTHERN-STYLE" COLLARD GREENS



Vegetarian

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 pound collard greens, chopped
3 cups vegetable stock
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil and butter. Saute the onions until slightly softened, about 2 minutes, then add the red pepper flakes and garlic, cook another minute. Add collard greens and cook another minute. Add the vegetable stock, cover and bring to a simmer. Cook until greens are tender, about 40 minutes. Add tomatoes and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

PERFECT MIXED GREENS



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A delicious mixture of greens. The washing process is the most important part for these tender, tasty greens. Don't forget the sugar! If you follow directions exactly, you'll have the most perfect greens ever!

Provided by Mama Luvs Papa

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 bunches collard greens
2 bunches mustard greens
2 bunches turnip greens
3 tablespoons salt
4 cups chicken broth, divided
½ cup vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, sliced
½ cup cooked real bacon bits
½ cup white sugar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pull the leaf portions of the collard, mustard, and turnip greens away from the tough stems, and discard the stems. Gently wash the greens in warm water to remove all soil and sand. Partially fill a clean sink with warm water, and stir in 3 tablespoons of salt and 2 cups of chicken broth; allow greens to soak in the mixture for 10 minutes. Scoop up the greens and allow to drain in a colander; discard used chicken broth. Do not rinse the greens.
  • Pour the remaining 2 cups of chicken broth into a large pot, and mix in the greens. Stir in vegetable oil, garlic, bacon bits, and sugar, and season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the greens are tender, stirring occasionally, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 2250.4 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

VEGETARIAN SOUTHERN-STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Great greens without the meat! Adapted from Sunny Anderson from the show Cooking for Real,Episode: Carolina On My Mind!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Collard Greens

Time 55m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less to taste)
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 lb collard greens, chopped
3 cups vegetable stock
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
smoked paprika (optional)
apple cider vinegar (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil and butter. Saute the onions until slightly softened, about 2 minutes, then add the red pepper flakes and garlic, cook another minute. Add collard greens and cook another minute. Add the vegetable stock, cover and bring to a simmer. Cook until greens are tender, about 45 minutes. Add tomatoes and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add a little smoked paprika and cider vinegar to taste if desired. Enjoy!

KICKING SOUTHERN STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Make and share this Kicking Southern Style Collard Greens recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lizlewis20

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 -4 slices bacon
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
3 cups chicken broth
1 lb fresh collard greens, cut into 2 inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large pot of medium high heat. Add bacon, cook until crisp and remove from pan. Crumble and return to pan.
  • Add onion and cook with bacon until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add collard greens, cook until they start to wilt.
  • Add chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to boil, reduce hit, and simmer for about 45 minutes (until greens are tender).

KICKIN' COLLARDS



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As a youngster, I couldn't bear the thought of eating green leafy vegetables, especially collard greens. I would rather have a tooth pulled out. But my daughter in law whipped up a batch that smelled scrumptious, and the first time I tried them I was hooked. She was an incredible cook, and later went on to become a chef at...

Provided by Christine Sanchez

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bunch fresh collard greens
4 clove garlic, peeled and sliced thin
1 small onion, diced
2 Tbsp knorr's tomato flavored chicken broth
4 slice thick bacon
3 c water
1 Tbsp garlic powder (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Rinse collard greens thoroughly in cold water. Remove stalk, tear leaves into large pieces, set aside. Rinse again and drain.
  • 2. Cook bacon until crisp. When it's cool to the touch, crumble into chunks. Save drippings
  • 3. In a large pot add olive oil over medium heat, add garlic and saute until garlic is light golden color. Add collard leaves and toss until wilted, stirring constantly. Add bacon drippings and you may add garlic powder if you like, and keep tossing until all the leaves are wilted and dark green color.
  • 4. Add 2 tablespoons of Knorr's Tomato flavored Chicken broth which you can usually find in the Latin section of most grocery stores.
  • 5. Add 3 cups of water, diced onions, and bacon crumbles. Cover pot and bring to a slow boil, then reduce heat and cook until done, the leaves will be a dark olive green in color.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender collard greens. Look for leaves that are deep green and free of blemishes.
  • Wash the collard greens thoroughly. Rinse them under cold water to remove any dirt or grit.
  • Remove the tough stems from the collard greens. This will make them easier to eat.
  • Chop the collard greens into small pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Sauté the collard greens in a little bit of oil. This will help them soften and release their flavor.
  • Add a variety of seasonings to the collard greens. This could include garlic, onion, chili powder, cumin, or smoked paprika.
  • Simmer the collard greens in a flavorful broth. This could be vegetable broth, chicken broth, or even water. You can also add wine, beer, or apple cider to the broth.
  • Cook the collard greens until they are tender. This could take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the toughness of the greens.
  • Serve the collard greens hot. They can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Collard greens are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. This recipe for kickin' vegetarian collard greens is a great way to add some spice and flavor to your next meal with Chili powder, cayenne pepper, and crushed red pepper give this dish a spicy kick, and the honey and maple syrup balance out the heat with a touch of sweetness. Serve these collard greens over rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

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