Vegan Dirty Rice with Mustard Greens

Did someone say Dirty Rice? Easter is this weekend and if you're still looking for a comfortfood side-dish to round out your table...do I have a recipe for you...Vegan Dirty Rice with Mustard Greens!

I know...I KNOW what you're thinking..."mustard greens, really, Sarah?" Yes, really! They are delicious and this WILL be the recipe that convinces you, I promise!

I used the chopped mustard greens from my good friends over Palmetto Gardens and picked them up at my local Publix.

Palmetto Gardens is a 3rd generation, family farm, local to the southeast, so I always know their greens are going to be fresh and delicious...

Whether you're new to cooking with greens or you grew up with them, you're going to love this new take on dirty rice! Hopefully the green beans and mashed potatoes don't get too jealous because, served with your favorite cornbread, this dish is going to be Easter's new favorite!

What you are going to need to buy:

  • 1.5 cups Minute Rice

  • 1.5 cups veggie stock

  • 1 cup of mustard greens, chopped fine

  • 1/2 cup diced green pepper

  • 1/2 cup dices white onion

  • 1/2 cup diced celery

  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

  • 2 tablespoons Dairy-Free Butter

  • 1 cup of meatless crumbles

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1.5 teaspoon salt

  • 1.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Cayenne pepper, to taste

  • Chili powder, to taste

What you are going to need to do:

1. Saute' the chopped onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic in olive oil, on medium heat, in a large skillet.
2. Once the onions have become translucent, add the meatless crumbles and spices (parsley, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper, and cayenne and chili powder)
3. Cook mixture until warmed through and spices have become fragrant.
4. Remove from heat and fold in the chopped mustard green.

5. In a separate pot, cook rice per manufacturers instructions, replacing the water with veggie stock.

6. Once the rice is cooked and fluffy, stir in butter.

7. Gently stir the rice into the veggie mixture until well incorporated.

8, Taste for seasoning.

9. Serve with your favorite cornbread.

I’d love to hear if you try it! You can always tag me online at @plantbasedgingr

Love, Light, and Lentils, my friends!
Sarah

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