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Published: Dec 10, 2019 · Modified: Jan 30, 2024 by Pam

12 Best Collard Greens Recipes

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Collard Greens have been a staple in southern kitchens for many years, but are now being enjoyed all over the world. Here you will find the traditional methods and recipes, as well as inventive ways to cook and enjoy this old favorite. 

collard greens collage

Table of contents

  • Instant Pot Blackeyed Pea & Collard Green Soup
  • Southern Collard Greens
  • Cheesy Collard Greens Dip
  • Easy Butternut Squash Soup with Pan Fried Collards
  • Instant Pot Collard Greens
  • Red Peppers and Feta Collard Green Omelet
  • Callaloo
  • Baked Stuffed Collards (with Chorizo)
  • Italian Sausage Soup with Veggies and Pasta
  • Braised Collard Greens with Turkey Bacon
  • Smoky Sweet Vegan Collard Greens
  • Easy Honey Cider Collard Greens

Like many Southerners I grew up with collards being a staple on our table during the fall and winter. In the spring and summer we had a variety of vegetables, but when cooler weather moved in one of the few green vegetables available were collards.

Our mamas and grandmamas lovingly trimmed away the tough stems and washed and chopped those greens. They were traditionally cooked long, and simmered with ham hocks, salt, and a little sugar.

Carrying on the tradition here I'm coaching Sara on getting those tough steams cut out. If you want to see how we prep our collards, check out our post How to Cut and Clean Collard Greens.

two women chopping collard greens
photo cred: Angie Webb Creative

We still love them this way, and, in fact had them just weeks ago at Thanksgiving prepared by my mother-in-law. She is also the originator of our Southern Cornbread Dressing, which many of you already know and love.

Here you will find tips and tricks for cooking collards the old way, along with some newer methods that will speed up the process. But, as this healthy green leaf has made its way into the hearts of chefs and home cooks outside the south, there are many new and creative ways to prepare and serve them.

We've got those for you too. Come along and choose the one you want to try first.

Instant Pot Blackeyed Pea & Collard Green Soup

Perfect for New Years because the two essential elements to a southern style new years are included. Instructions are included for cooking in the Instant Pot or on a stove top.

blackeyed pea & collard green soup in bowl

by A Forks Table

Southern Collard Greens

This is the way you grew up eating them. The recipe includes a bit of a peppery kick and has plenty of pot liquor.

southern collard greens with cornbread

by Grandbaby Cakes

Cheesy Collard Greens Dip

Another favorite for New Years is this cheesy dip. Think of spinach dip, but made with collards and you'll have a good idea what to expect.

Collard Greens are the best for making the southern version of spinach dip. By BiscuitsandBurlap.com

by Biscuits and Burlap

Easy Butternut Squash Soup with Pan Fried Collards

Combining two fall and winter favorites this soup is not only delicious, it's very healthy!

butternut squash soup with collard greens

by Glue and Glitter

Instant Pot Collard Greens

Don't want to spend all afternoon cooking your collard greens? Make them in the instant pot in half the time.

close up of collard greens with fork

by Melanie cooks

Red Peppers and Feta Collard Green Omelet

It doesn't get more creative than this recipe! This is one that you can enjoy at brunch, lunch or for supper.

collard green and red pepper omelet on plate

by On Ty's Plate

Callaloo

Callaloo is a traditional Jamiacan dish commonly made with spinch, but it's amazing with collard greens too.

callaloo on plate

by Pandemonium Noshery

Baked Stuffed Collards (with Chorizo)

How can you go wrong with these two favorites? Chorizo turns these greens into a complete meal.

baked stuffed collard greens with fork

by Camp Brighton

Italian Sausage Soup with Veggies and Pasta

You can make this soup recipe with turkey sausage and it's very healthy but filling. On a cold fall or winter day you'll find it to be perfect!

Italian Sausage Soup is a hearty soup full of flavorful vegetables and pasta.

by Biscuits and Burlap

Braised Collard Greens with Turkey Bacon

Another recipe that incorporates turkey with the greens to keep it perfectly good for you!

braised collard greens in bowl

by Jersey Girl cooks

Smoky Sweet Vegan Collard Greens

Smoky yet vegan is a combination you don't get often, but it's a complete winner!

smoky sweet collard greens in white bowl

by Cadry's Kitchen

Easy Honey Cider Collard Greens

The flavor combination here is absolute perfection! Don't save them just for New Years. You'll want to eat these greens all year long.

honey cider collard greens in bowl with fork

by Marisa Moore Nutrition

We're sure y'all will find some recipes here that you want to try. When you do we'd love it if you take a photo and tag us and the recipe creator on Instagram and Facebook. 

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Lots of details on our favorite cuisine are in this interesting article, Southern Food: Then & Now.

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  1. kim says

    December 10, 2019 at 12:22 pm

    Yum! So many great recipe ideas! I want to try them all!

    Reply
    • Pam says

      December 10, 2019 at 4:12 pm

      Might as well get started. Thanks, Kim!

      Reply
  2. Beth says

    December 10, 2019 at 12:22 pm

    Great ideas for enjoying collard greens! My father in law is a big fan so I'll pass this onto him!

    Reply
    • Pam says

      December 10, 2019 at 4:12 pm

      Thak you, Beth!

      Reply
  3. Joanie says

    December 10, 2019 at 12:28 pm

    My husband loves collard greens but I've never made them for him. Now I know where to find a few easy recipes to use - thank you!

    Reply
    • Pam says

      December 10, 2019 at 4:12 pm

      You bet! Thank you, Joanie.

      Reply
  4. Jessica Formicola says

    December 10, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    I can't wait to try all of these recipes! My family loves collard greens so we will be making these often!

    Reply
    • Pam says

      December 10, 2019 at 4:11 pm

      They do all sound good, don't they? Thanks Jessica!

      Reply
  5. Becky Striepe says

    December 10, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    Aah so many fun recipes here. Thank you for including my soup!

    Reply
    • Pam says

      December 10, 2019 at 4:11 pm

      Thanks, Becky! The soup sounds so good...

      Reply
  6. Dannii says

    December 10, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    We are always looking for more ways to eat greens. So many delicious recipes here.

    Reply
    • Pam says

      December 10, 2019 at 4:10 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Katie Crenshaw says

    January 04, 2020 at 8:30 pm

    I love collard greens. All of these recipes look fantastic! I can't wait to try each and every one!

    Reply

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