{"id":2112964,"date":"2025-03-06T19:54:35","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T05:54:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=2112964"},"modified":"2025-03-19T13:00:52","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T18:00:52","slug":"vegan-collard-greens","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/vegan-collard-greens\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegan Collard Greens"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Collard greens are a southern soul food staple. Usually made with ham hocks or bacon, they are a smoky, flavorful side dish with fried chicken, barbecue and more. Vegan collard greens have all the flavor of any traditional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grandma-s-southern-collard-greens\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grandma-s-southern-collard-greens\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">collard greens recipe<\/a>, only they rely on aromatics and spices instead of meat. Once cooked down, these greens are just as silky and tender as the original version.<\/p>\n<p>Collards are one of our favorite leafy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/guide-to-leafy-green-vegetables\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/guide-to-leafy-green-vegetables\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">greens<\/a>. They&#8217;ve been around forever too: One of the earliest known members of the cabbage and broccoli family, they began growing around the Mediterranean in prehistoric times. The ancient greens are a great source of calcium, vitamin K and antioxidants.<\/p>\n<p>Packed with flavor, our vegan collard greens recipe is the perfect accompaniment to a rich pot of beans and some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/buttery-cornbread\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/buttery-cornbread\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cornbread<\/a>. For meat eaters, these greens will hold up alongside the finest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/bbq-recipes\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/bbq-recipes\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">barbecue recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Vegan Collard Greens<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Olive oil:<\/strong> When making this vegetable dish, choose one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-olive-oil-brands\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-olive-oil-brands\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">best olive oil brands<\/a> you can buy. The verdant flavor and the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil are worth the additional cost.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aromatics:<\/strong> The combination of garlic and onion is a flavor powerhouse, helping make this collard greens recipe for vegans stand out from simpler wilted greens.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vegetable broth:<\/strong> It&#8217;s fine to make this dish with water if you don&#8217;t have veggie broth, or to use meat broth if you eat meat. If you have store-bought or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-vegetable-broth\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-vegetable-broth\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">homemade vegetable broth<\/a>, you&#8217;ll notice the rich flavor it adds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Seasonings: <\/strong>Paprika lends an earthy quality to the greens, while crushed red pepper flakes bring the heat. If you want a more smoky flavor, use smoked paprika instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collard greens: <\/strong>Look for deeply colored collard greens with broad, smooth leaves that don&#8217;t appear shriveled or wilted.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cider vinegar: <\/strong>Adding an acidic ingredient such as cider vinegar to a vegetable dish helps make it taste deep and well-rounded. Cider vinegar is healthy and tangy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hot sauce: <\/strong>A dash of hot sauce is an optional garnish for our vegan collard greens recipe, but it adds a good punch of flavor. Use your favorite brand or make homemade <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-homemade-hot-sauce\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-homemade-hot-sauce\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hot sauce<\/a> from scratch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make the braising liquid<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2123185\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vegan-Collard-Greens-FT25_279124_EC_0226_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion until tender,\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a large Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Cook the onion until tender, four to five minutes. Add the garlic and cook one minute longer. Add the vegetable broth and water, and bring to a boil.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2123184\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vegan-Collard-Greens-FT25_279124_EC_0226_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Add garlic, vegetable broth and water; bring to a boil. Add salt, paprika and crushed pepper flakes;\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the salt, paprika and crushed pepper flakes, and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Cook the collards<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2123183\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vegan-Collard-Greens-FT25_279124_EC_0226_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Wash collards thoroughly. Remove thick stems.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Wash the collards thoroughly and remove the thick stems.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/em>\u00a0The best way to destem collard greens is to fold the leaf over and remove the rib using your hand or a sharp knife.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2123182\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vegan-Collard-Greens-FT25_279124_EC_0226_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Stack and roll up collards, slice into 1\/2-in. thick strips\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Stack and roll up the collards, then slice them into 1\/2-inch-thick strips.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/em>\u00a0Chiffonade is the technique of rolling up greens and slicing them thinly.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2123181\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vegan-Collard-Greens-FT25_279124_EC_0226_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Add to Dutch oven; simmer until tender. Add cider vinegar and hot sauce before serving.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the collards to the Dutch oven and simmer until tender, 45 to 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/p>\n<p>Add the cider vinegar and hot sauce before serving.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2123180\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vegan-Collard-Greens-FT25_279124_EC_0226_7.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"3\/4th shot of Vegan Collard Greens;\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Vegan Collard Green Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Try other greens:<\/strong> The flavors of this recipe would be great with cabbage, spinach, Swiss chard, mustard greens and especially kale. You&#8217;ll want to adjust the cooking time to match the tenderness of the green you&#8217;re using. Spinach would take hardly any time, cabbage would be in the middle, and tougher vegetables such as kale would take a little longer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make &#8217;em smoky:<\/strong> Instead of regular sweet paprika, add smoked Spanish paprika. The extra flavor boost will make these taste even more traditional. Don&#8217;t have smoked paprika? Try using smoked salt, my favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-salt\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-salt\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">type of salt<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Vegan Collard Greens<\/h2>\n<p>Leftover vegan collard greens should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. They&#8217;ll last up to four days.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you reheat vegan collard greens?<\/h3>\n<p>Reheat cooked collard greens in a pan over medium-low heat, stirring until they&#8217;re just heated through. You could also reheat them in a microwave.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze vegan collard greens?<\/h3>\n<p>You can freeze cooked collard greens in an airtight container or a freezer-safe resealable plastic bag for up to four months. Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.<\/p>\n<h2>Vegan Collard Green Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2123179\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vegan-Collard-Greens-FT25_279124_EC_0226_8.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"high angle shot of Vegan Collard Greens\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can you make a vegan collard greens recipe in an Instant Pot?<\/h3>\n<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/how-to-cook-instant-pot-vegetables\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/how-to-cook-instant-pot-vegetables\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cook almost any vegetable in an Instant Pot<\/a>, including vegan collard greens. Use the saute function to cook the onion and garlic; add the greens, seasonings and broth; and cook according to the manufacturer&#8217;s instructions.<\/p>\n<h3>What can you serve with vegan collard greens?<\/h3>\n<p>Try collard greens alongside <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/southern-okra-bean-stew\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/southern-okra-bean-stew\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">southern okra bean stew<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/contest-winning-three-bean-soup\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/contest-winning-three-bean-soup\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contest-winning three-bean soup<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/black-eyed-peas-n-pasta\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/black-eyed-peas-n-pasta\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">black-eyed peas &#8216;n&#8217; pasta<\/a>. If you&#8217;re into eating meat, the greens are great with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/big-john-s-chili-rubbed-ribs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/big-john-s-chili-rubbed-ribs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Big John&#8217;s chili-rubbed ribs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/smoked-pork-butt\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/smoked-pork-butt\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smoked pork butt<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/bbq-chicken-sandwiches\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/bbq-chicken-sandwiches\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">barbecue chicken sandwiches<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vegan collard greens have all the flavor of the classic southern side dish without the meat. They&#8217;re easy to make, full of healthful nutrients and perfect alongside other vegan staples. PS: Meat eaters will love them too!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2121464,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304163,304328,305271,304993,304338,303966,305003,304988,303887,306848,305018,305020,304268,307307,304026,305374,304350,324623,304243,304313,304020,305394,304005,304150,303883,307413,307418,305028,307614,305031],"categories-v2":[339210,308984,308481,309216,308940,308992,308495,308949,308935,308478,309603,308959,308960,259483,310342,308606,309381,309001,309177,309586,308313,308594,309408,308549,309434,308476,310442,310448,308974,310591,308975],"coauthors":[341951],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Beet Greens","post_link":"\/recipes\/beet-greens\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Beet-Greens_EXPS_FT24_278581_EC_1213_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Green Goddess Vegan Potato 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