Savory Mixed Greens

Ingredients 

• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic or ½ tablespoon of garlic powder
• 2 pounds of kale, collards and mustard greens, washed, tough stems removed, torn into small pieces (2 inches)
• ½ cup water or vegetable broth
• ¼ cup Balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil or grapeseed oil
• 2 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
• 1 cup canned or fresh tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
• Sea salt to taste

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a sauté pan or wok over a medium heat.  Add onions and peppers and cook until onions are translucent (5 minutes). 
2. Add the fresh garlic and cook until it turns golden. Add the tomatoes and add a dash of sea salt. If using garlic powder, add the powder directly to the tomatoes. 
3. Add all other seasonings and optional ingredients. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add water and Balsamic vinegar to the pan. Add greens to the pan and cook for 30 minutes until the collards are tender. 
5. Serve immediately.
6. Enjoy!