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Southern Vegetarian Greens in a bowl

Vegetarian Southern Greens

A combination of collard greens, mustard greens, and turnip greens for that classic Southern flavor without any of the meat. You'll love this dish whether you're a vegetarian or not!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 10 bowls
Calories: 1036kcal
Author: Meiko Temple

Ingredients

  • 2 lb collard greens stem removed and chopped
  • 1 lb mustard greens stem removed and chopped
  • 1 lb turnip greens stem removed and chopped
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cups 16 oz picante salsa, medium
  • 1/3 cup apple cider or white vinegar
  • 2 cups unsalted vegetable stock
  • 2 cups unsalted mushroom broth
  • 3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Louisiana hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt Plus more to taste
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
  • 2 tablespoons liquid aminos
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 /4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons red chili flakes
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  • Thoroughly clean the greens to remove dirt and bugs. Remove the stem of the greens then roughly chop them.
  • Add all the wet ingredients (vegetable stock, picante salsa, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, hot sauce, liquid smoke)to the instant pot and stir.
  • Next add the onion, salt, garlic, pepper, cumin, chili flakes, and bay leaves and stir.
  • Finally, add in all the greens. Press down so that everything fits and seal the instant pot lid on top.
  • Place the lid on the pot and seal.
  • Manually set the pressure cooker level to high for 30 minutes.
  • Carefully instant release pressure cooker steam, then open lid and taste collards; adjust seasoning as needed. Serve greens with additional hot sauce and vinegar.
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Nutrition

Calories: 1036kcal | Carbohydrates: 211g | Protein: 63g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 16186mg | Potassium: 7311mg | Fiber: 81g | Sugar: 86g | Vitamin A: 116326IU | Vitamin C: 955mg | Calcium: 3779mg | Iron: 24mg

Equipment

Instant Pot - 8 quart
Cutting Board
Chef's Knife

*Nutrition information is a rough estimate.

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