Sautéed Collard Greens with Garlic and Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

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A simple, savory side of collard greens quickly sautéed with garlic and a touch of chili for a flavorful and nutritious accompaniment. This African-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs collard greens, garlic cloves, red chili flakes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 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: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 African cuisine 90 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 bunch (about 8 cups), stems removed and leaves chopped collard greens
4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
1 tsp red chili flakes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 1 minute until garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 8 cups chopped collard greens (stems removed) to the skillet, stirring to coat them with the garlic and chili oil.
Step 3: Cook the greens for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they wilt and become tender but still bright green.
Step 4: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice over the greens and toss to combine.
Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately as a flavorful vegetable side.