Vegan Southern Style Collard Greens

Savor the rich, smoky flavor of Vegan Southern Style Collard Greens, the perfect plant-based twist on a soulful classic. This recipe transforms hearty collard greens into a tender and flavorful dish simmered in a savory broth infused with smoky paprika, liquid smoke, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for tangy depth. With caramelized onions, garlic, and a hint of sweetness from coconut sugar, these greens offer a balanced blend of bold Southern-inspired flavors without any animal products. Ready in under an hour, this dish is a delicious and wholesome choice for a vegan side, paired perfectly with golden cornbread or fluffy biscuits. Whether you're recreating Southern comfort food or exploring new vegan recipes, these collard greens are guaranteed to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 bunches Collard greens
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the collard greens by rinsing them thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Remove the thick stems and roughly chop the leaves into large pieces.

Step 2

Peel and finely dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and smoked paprika. Sauté for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the liquid smoke, apple cider vinegar, coconut sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then add the chopped collard greens. Stir well to ensure the greens are fully coated in the broth and seasonings.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the collard greens are tender and infused with the flavors of the broth.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. Serve warm as a side dish or with your favorite vegan cornbread or biscuit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1876.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	948.0

Total Fat 42.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3550.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 39.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1256.0mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2866.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 47.4%