Collard Greens with White Beans

Collard Greens with White Beans
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    135

Earthy collard greens simmered with creamy white beans in a savory, umami-rich broth create a comforting and deeply flavorful vegan dish perfect as a side or a light meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    36 g
  • Fiber
    9 g
  • Protein
    10 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    42 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of water over medium heat. (1 minute)

02

Step

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté, stirring frequently, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, if the vegetables begin to stick or scorch. (10 minutes)

03

Step

Crumble the vegan beef-flavored bouillon cube into the onion mixture and stir until dissolved. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), 1 1/4 cups of water, and the chopped collard greens. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. (2 minutes)

05

Step

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the collard greens are tender, about 20 minutes. (20 minutes)

06

Step

Stir in the rinsed and drained Great Northern beans and the sugar. Continue to simmer, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced slightly and the flavors have melded, about 10 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed. (10 minutes)

07

Step

Serve hot as a side dish or light meal.

For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a teaspoon of liquid smoke to the dish during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the salt and pepper.
Fresh collard greens are best, but frozen collard greens can be used in a pinch. Thaw and drain them before adding them to the skillet.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. The bouillon cube is salty; you may not need much additional salt.

Bret Bosco

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 45 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Jaiden Wuckert

    I found that the collard greens needed a little longer to cook, but overall a fantastic recipe.

  • Yvette Luettgen

    The sugar really balances the bitterness of the greens. A must-try!

  • Lucile Funk

    So easy to make, and a great way to get my greens in! My family loved it.

  • Emerson Sawayn

    I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of beans and greens, and it always turns out great.

  • Irving Metz

    I added a bit of smoked paprika, as suggested, and it really elevated the dish!

  • Alfredo Kutch

    I'm not vegan, but I really enjoyed this recipe. It's hearty and flavorful.

  • Mitchel Halvorson

    Absolutely delicious! The greens were perfectly tender, and the beans added a lovely creaminess.

  • Joana Bailey

    This is my go-to recipe for collard greens now. So much better than the traditional versions.

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