Spicy Vegetarian Collard Greens with Tomatoes
Spicy Vegetarian Collard Greens with Tomatoes brings tender collards simmered in a smoky-sweet tomato broth, rounded with molasses, brown sugar, and a hint of liquid smoke. Thyme, bay, and garlic deepen the flavor while creamy white beans add body, making it a hearty Southern-style side perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday spreads.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Warm olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the onion and the garlic; cook, stirring, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the thyme and the bay leaves.
- 2
Pour the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, brown sugar, molasses, and liquid smoke into the pot; bring to a simmer. Gently stir in the collard greens. Lower the heat to low and simmer, covered, until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Calories 415.13 kcal High
- Protein 14.9 g Good Source
- Carbs 58.44 g Moderate
- Total Fat 12.79 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.5 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 29.97 mg Moderate
- Sodium 955.3 mg High
- Fiber 7.49 g Good Source
- Sugar 11.52 g High
- Added Sugar 0.18 g Low Source
- Calcium 375.53 mg Good Source
- Iron 3.33 mg Moderate
- Potassium 792.9 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 307.1 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 65.32 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.48 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Spicy Vegetarian Collard Greens with Tomatoes is a Soul Food side dish recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Butter, Collard Greens, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 415.13 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Vegetarian Collard Greens with Tomatoes?
- It is a Soul Food recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Spicy Vegetarian Collard Greens with Tomatoes made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Butter, Collard Greens, Diced Tomatoes, Dried Bay Leaves. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Vegetarian Collard Greens with Tomatoes?
- About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 415.13 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Vegetarian Collard Greens with Tomatoes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 2 steps.
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