Lemony Sauteed Collard Greens with Smoked Paprika
This is a tasty way to use collard greens. The smoked paprika really lends a lot of flavor to this yummy side dish, so it's best not to substitute regular paprika. Makes a great side for any Southern-themed meal, especially for vegetarians!
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- Serves: 4 persons
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds collard greens
- 1tablespoon olive oil
- 1small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2cloves garlic, minced
- 2tablespoons lemon juice
- 1teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1
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.Step 2
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.