How to Make Easy Collard Greens in 15 Minutes

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Easy collard greens –If you’re looking for a delicious and comforting dish, you can’t go wrong with collard greens! This versatile green can be prepared in so many ways, but I’ve gathered one of the most popular vegetarian recipes that highlights its flavors beautifully. Here’s how you can create this delightful dish at home.

Instant Pot Collard Greens

These Instant Pot collard greens are not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients. The pressure cooking method brings out their natural flavors while keeping them tender and delicious. Let’s dive into the ingredients and instructions to make this wonderful vegetarian dish!

Instant Pot Collard Greens

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups collard greens, chopped and stems removed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Start by setting your Instant Pot to the ‘Sauté’ function. Add the olive oil and let it warm up.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent.
  3. Add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
  4. Next, add the chopped collard greens to the pot. It’s okay if they overflow a bit, as they will wilt down during cooking.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth and sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir everything together gently.
  6. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to ‘Sealing’. Cook on manual high pressure for 5 minutes.
  7. Once the cooking time is done, perform a quick release of the pressure by carefully moving the valve to ‘Venting’.
  8. When all the steam has released and the pin drops, open the lid and give the collard greens a good stir.
  9. Finally, add the apple cider vinegar to brighten the flavors and stir once more before serving.

And there you have it! A delicious pot of Instant Pot collard greens. You can serve it as a side dish, or even make it the star of your meal with some crusty bread. Enjoy your cooking adventure!