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April 29, 2025

For all the vegan garlic enthusiasts out there - this collard greens recipe will be sure to hit the spot!

11 Ingredients

Recipe

Garlicky Vegan Collard Greens

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Ingredients

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Warning0 allergens identified

Set a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium heat and pour in the olive oil. Once oil is hot, add the onion. Saute until the onion is lightly browned and softened, 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour the broth into the pot to deglaze the bottom.

Add the collard green leaves to the pot one handful at a time, stirring to coat in the broth and onions. Cook, stirring constantly, until the greens have wilted down, 4-5 minutes.

Add the apple cider vinegar, sugar, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper and stir into the greens. Place a lid tightly on the pot.

Bake the collards on middle rack of oven until they are very dark green and soft, 75-90 minutes.

Check to see that collard greens are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Stir the buttery spread into the collards, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Leaf Prep Pro 🥬
Remove tough stems by folding the collard leaf in half and slicing out the thick central rib, ensuring tender and evenly cooked greens.
Garlic Intensity Hack 🧄
Crush garlic cloves and let them sit for 10 minutes before cooking to maximize their health benefits and develop a deeper, more complex flavor profile.
Liquid Gold Technique 💧
Use a combination of vegetable broth and apple cider vinegar to tenderize the greens and create a rich, tangy braising liquid that infuses maximum flavor.
Low and Slow Magic 🔥
Simmer collard greens on low heat for 45-60 minutes to break down tough fibers and develop a melt-in-your-mouth texture typical of traditional Southern-style greens.
Flavor Layering Trick 🌶️
Add hot sauce in stages during cooking to build a complex heat profile, allowing the spice to meld with the other ingredients without overwhelming the dish.