This recipe makes delicious use of collard greens. It is advisable not to use regular paprika in place of the smoked paprika because it really enhances the flavor of this delicious side dish. It is a fantastic side dish for any meal with a Southern theme, especially for vegetarians!
| Prep Time: | 5 mins |
| Cook Time: | 30 mins |
| Total Time: | 35 mins |
| Servings: | 4 |
| Yield: | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds collard greens
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim the ends off of the collard greens where the stem is thickest. Stack leaves on top of each other and roll together. Cut greens into 1-inch pieces and rinse.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 5 minutes more. Add greens and saute over medium heat, stirring frequently, until tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 3 minutes more. Serve warm.