Sautéed Georgia Peach and Collard Greens Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-28 · Updated 2026-07-28

A vibrant stir-fry combining sweet Georgia peaches with tender collard greens, lightly sautéed with garlic and a touch of smoked paprika for a regional Southern-inspired dish. This Southern-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs Georgia peaches, collard greens, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 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.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, sliced Georgia peaches
• 4 cups, chopped collard greens
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp (optional for heat) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
2. Step 2: Add 4 cups chopped collard greens to the skillet and stir frequently, cooking for 5 minutes until the leaves begin to wilt and soften.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 medium sliced Georgia peaches, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the peaches soften and the flavors meld.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and serve warm as a side or light vegetarian main dish.