Slow Cooker Collard Greens and Rice
What Started it all:
Collard greens, Collard greens, rice, slow cooker
This vegan recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish that will satisfy your craving for fresh ingredients. The slow cooker makes it easy to prepare for a group of four, and the combination of collard greens and rice creates a hearty and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of collard greens, washed and chopped
- 1 cup of rice
- 3 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick of heat)
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine the chopped collard greens, rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, and smoked paprika. _(Gently mix the ingredients in the slow cooker, ensuring the collard greens are evenly distributed.)_
- Pour the vegetable broth over the mixture in the slow cooker. _(Carefully pour the vegetable broth over the ingredients, ensuring everything is submerged in the liquid.)_
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add red pepper flakes if desired. _(Sprinkle the seasonings over the mixture and gently stir to combine.)_
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the collard greens are tender and the rice is cooked through. _(Place the lid on the slow cooker and set the timer for the recommended cooking time.)_
- Once done, give the collard greens and rice a gentle stir and adjust the seasoning if needed. _(Using a spoon, gently stir the collard greens and rice to ensure the flavors are well combined.)_
- Serve the slow cooker collard greens and rice in bowls and enjoy! _(Scoop the delicious mixture into bowls and savor the comforting flavors of this vegan dish.)_