AuthorKeithThis recipe for Soulful Collard Greens with Hemp Hearts is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic soul food dish. Made with fresh collard greens, hemp seeds, diced onion, minced garlic, and seasoned with savory spices like smoked paprika and thyme, this dish is a perfect way to add some greens to your diet. This recipe is also vegan, but can be easily modified to include meat if desired. It's easy to prepare and can be served as a side dish or as a main course. Perfect for a family dinner or even for a party, this dish is sure to please everyone.
Collard Greens with Hemp Hearts Ingredients
Collard Greens with Hemp Hearts Recipe Directions
Rinse and chop the collard greens.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, hemp hearts, and minced garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the collard greens, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, and thyme.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Allow the collard greens to simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve and enjoy!
Collard greens are a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is low in calories but high in vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, C, K, and folate. They are also a good source of antioxidants and can help to improve heart health and reduce inflammation.
Olive oil is used as a cooking oil and is considered a healthy fat. It is rich in monounsaturated fats which can help to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
This recipe uses vegetable broth as a liquid base, which is a healthier alternative to using meat-based broths.
The recipe does not use any added sugar or processed ingredients, making it a healthier option than traditional soul food recipes that may include these.
This recipe is also vegan and can be easily modified to include meat if desired, making it a versatile recipe that can accommodate different dietary needs and preferences.
- Hemp hearts are an excellent source of plant-based protein and contain all nine essential amino acids. They are also a good source of healthy fats, including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. In addition, hemp hearts are rich in minerals such as potassium, magnesium, zinc and iron, as well as vitamins such as vitamin E. Hemp hearts are also high in fiber.
Ingredients
Directions
Rinse and chop the collard greens.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, hemp hearts, and minced garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the collard greens, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, and thyme.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Allow the collard greens to simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve and enjoy!