Vegan Collard Greens
Smoky, savory vegan collard greens made with onions, tomatoes, warm spices, and a rich vegetable broth for a comforting, plant-based side dish that’s full of flavor.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups collard greens cleaned and chopped
- 1 white onion diced
- 1/2 red onion diced
- 1 –2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Creole seasoning
- 1 tbsp adobo seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp liquid smoke
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
- 1 tbsp date sugar
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Set the instant pot to saute and heat avocado oil
- Add the white onion and red onion and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 4–5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until aromatic.
- Add smoked paprika, Creole seasoning, adobo seasoning, salt, and pepper, stirring to coat the onions evenly.
- Pour in the apple cider vinegar and liquid smoke, letting it cook down for about 30 seconds.
- Add the diced tomatoes and stir to combine, allowing the mixture to simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add the chopped collard greens, stirring until they begin to wilt.
- Sprinkle in the date sugar, then pour in the vegetable broth and stir well.
- Cover and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, quick release.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Notes
I did add a little sprinkle of nutritional yeast to this, if you have it great, if you don't please don't buy it. It's great without it! Also served with hot sauce, duh! <3