Roasted Sukuma Wiki with Garlic and Tomatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

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A simple yet flavorful Kenyan side dish featuring collard greens sautéed with garlic and fresh tomatoes, perfect alongside grilled meats. This African-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs sukuma wiki (collard greens), chopped, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 80 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 African cuisine 80 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 cups sukuma wiki (collard greens), chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 2 diced medium ripe tomatoes and cook for 4 minutes until they soften and release juices.
Step 3: Add 6 cups chopped sukuma wiki (collard greens) and stir well to combine with tomato mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until greens are tender but still bright green.
Step 4: Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, then stir in 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice. Remove from heat and serve immediately.