Sautéed Collard Greens with Tempeh and Spicy Smothered Onions
Sautéed Collard Greens with Tempeh and Spicy Smothered Onions is a hearty and flavorful side dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The sautéed onions add a touch of sweetness to the dish, while the tempeh provides a satisfying dose of plant-based protein. The collard greens are cooked until tender and wilted, and the whole dish is seasoned with a blend of smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
Collard greens are a staple of Southern cuisine, and they're often cooked with bacon or ham hocks. This recipe takes a healthier approach by using tempeh, a fermented soybean product that's packed with protein and fiber. The tempeh is crumbled and browned in a skillet, and then added to the collard greens along with sautéed onions, garlic, and a blend of spices. The dish is simmered until the collard greens are tender and wilted, and the whole thing is seasoned to taste with salt and pepper.
Sautéed Collard Greens with Tempeh and Spicy Smothered Onions Sautéed Collard Greens with Tempeh and Spicy Smothered Onions Sautéed Collard Greens with Tempeh and Spicy Smothered Onions Sautéed Collard Greens with Tempeh and Spicy Smothered Onions
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 bunch collard greens, washed and chopped
  • 1 block tempeh, crumbled
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add the tempeh, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper to the skillet and cook until the tempeh is browned, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the collard greens and vegetable broth to the skillet and cook until the greens are wilted and tender, about 10 minutes.
  6. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Why It Works
  • The sautéed onions add a touch of sweetness to the dish, while the tempeh provides a satisfying dose of plant-based protein.
  • The collard greens are cooked until tender and wilted, and the whole dish is seasoned with a blend of smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
  • This recipe is a healthy and flavorful side dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.