`Vegan "Creamed" Greens

Vegan “Creamed” Greens

A luscious cashew cream sauce coats wilted greens infused with onion and garlic for a tasty holiday vegan “creamed” greens side dish.

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Vegan “Creamed” Greens

A luscious cashew cream sauce coats wilted greens infused with onion and garlic for an indulgent-tasting holiday vegan “creamed” greens side dish. Sauces like this often require soaking the nuts overnight, but microwaving them for a few minutes achieves the same effect — and you don’t have to remember to prep ahead. For ease and convenience, purchase pre-sliced or pre-shredded collard greens.

Active time: 25 minutes | Total time: 35 minutes

Vegan “Creamed” Greens

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups (163g) whole raw cashews
6 garlic cloves, divided
2/3 cup water
1 1/4 cups (305g) plain unsweetened almond milk
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 lb (907g) collard greens, ribs removed, leaves thinly sliced
1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Directions

Place the cashews and 3 garlic cloves in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Cover with 2/3 cup water and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Drain the cashews. Transfer the cashews and garlic to a high-powered blender along with the almond milk, kosher salt, and black pepper. Blend on high until completely smooth, 1–2 minutes.

Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion has softened, about 5 minutes.. Finely chop the remaining 3 garlic cloves and add them to the pan. Cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add the collard greens and a splash of water. Increase the heat to medium-high, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender, 12–15 minutes. Stir in the blended cashew mixture until the greens are evenly coated. Then add the apple cider vinegar, stir and serve warm.

Serves: 8 | Serving Size: About 3/4 cup

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 200; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 334mg; Carbohydrate: 15g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 8g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 423mg; Iron: 11%; Vitamin A: 115%; Vitamin C: 70%; Calcium: 35%

Originally published: November 2020; Updated July 2026

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