Sautéed Sukuma Wiki with Garlic and Tomatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

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A simple and nutritious Kenyan side dish featuring collard greens sautéed with fresh garlic and tomatoes for a vibrant flavor. This African-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs sukuma wiki (collard greens), chopped, ripe tomatoes, diced, garlic cloves, minced 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 African cuisine 90 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb sukuma wiki (collard greens), chopped
1 cup ripe tomatoes, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small thinly sliced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Step 2: Add 1 cup diced ripe tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Step 3: Stir in 1 lb chopped sukuma wiki (collard greens) and 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring halfway, until the greens are tender but still bright green.
Step 4: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, stir well, and cook uncovered for another 2 minutes until any excess liquid evaporates. Serve warm as a side dish.