Best 7 Quick And Easy Collards For People Who Dont Like Collards Recipes

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Collard greens, a leafy green vegetable, are often considered an acquired taste due to their slightly bitter flavor. However, this versatile vegetable can be transformed into a delicious and nutritious side dish with the right preparation. This article presents a collection of quick and easy collard greens recipes that cater to those who may not initially enjoy the traditional taste of collards. From a classic Southern-style recipe to a zesty Asian-inspired version, these recipes offer a range of flavors and cooking techniques to suit different preferences. Whether you're a collard greens enthusiast or a skeptic looking to expand your culinary horizons, these recipes are sure to delight your taste buds and provide a healthy addition to your meals.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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

SOUTHERN-STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Brown 4 slices diced bacon in a pot; drain on paper towels. Add 1 cup diced onion to the pot and cook 3 minutes. Add 1 pound thawed frozen collard greens, 1 cup chicken broth and water to cover; simmer 20 minutes. Stir in the bacon, some butter, salt and pepper.

SOUTHERN STYLE COLLARD GREENS



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Southern-style greens like my mama use to make.

Provided by tybright31

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 4h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 sweet onions, finely chopped
2 smoked ham hocks
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 (32 ounce) containers chicken broth
3 (1 pound) packages collard greens, trimmed
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine onions, ham hocks, and garlic in a stockpot; add chicken broth. Cook mixture over medium heat until meat is falling off the bone, about 2 hours.
  • Stir collard greens, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper into the broth mixture; cook until greens have reached desired tenderness, about 2 more hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 33.9 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1686.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

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

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

QUICK SOUTHERN COLLARDS



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces bacon, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 to 2 bunches collard greens, washed, stems removed and chopped
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in cold 12-inch skillet. Heat the pan over medium heat and cook until the bacon is crispy and the fat is rendered. Once crispy, set aside on a paper-towel-lined plate. To the leftover bacon fat, add the red pepper and cook until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stack the leaves of collards and roll tightly into a cigar shape. Then chop away.
  • Add the collards to the pan along with the apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes and some salt and pepper and cook until tender, but still bright green, 4 to 5 minutes. Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Toss with the reserved crispy bacon and serve.

BRAZILIAN COLLARD GREENS



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Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Garlic     Leafy Green     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Healthy     Collard Greens     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/4 pound collard greens, stems and center ribs discarded and leaves halved lengthwise
3 garlic cloves
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 3/4 teaspoon 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.

Tips:

  • To remove the bitterness from collard greens, wash them thoroughly and remove the tough stems. You can also blanch them by boiling them for a few minutes and then rinsing them with cold water.
  • Add a little bit of acid, such as vinegar or lemon juice, to the collard greens to help balance out the bitterness. You can also add a little bit of sugar or honey to sweeten them up.
  • Cook the collard greens until they are tender, but not mushy. This will take about 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the method you are using.
  • Serve the collard greens with a variety of sides, such as cornbread, mashed potatoes, or rice. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt to the top.

Conclusion:

Collard greens are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and calcium. If you are one of the people who do not like collard greens, there are a few things you can do to make them more palatable. By following the tips in this article, you can learn to love collard greens and enjoy all the health benefits they have to offer.

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