Nourishing Recovery Meals to Avoid Burnout

Fast, easy, and cheap-this healthy meal with greens and beans is perfect after a weekend of partying with friends and family. It’s quick to make, super tasty, and helps you feel better fast. Greens are awesome! When cooked right, they’re so delicious, I could eat them all day. This is my go-to to feel lighter and back to normal meal in minutes.
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INGREDIENTS:
Spring Greens 500g x2 (collards or spring cabbage) cut, clean and rinse.
Baby Spinach 200g
1 can White Beans (your choice of beans here), rinsed & drained
1 onion, diced
3 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons Tomato paste
2 Roma/Plum Tomatoes, diced
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
2 birds eye chilies, diced (optional)
Olive Oil
Salt, flake
Black pepper

[@jenniferoneill8136]

We need a tutorial on how to make that noise with the tongs. 😂

[@DerekSarnoChef]

haha it's just practice, years and years of it

[@SK-ki1te]

A chef’s castanets.

[@ericnelson5602]

my thoughts exactly

[@theresa7777]

YES!! In slow motion! 😂

[@benjaminlim3921]

Can u call it a delicious salad?🥗

[@cultofleda]

Derek hands down is the most real, down-to-earth vegan chef on KZbin. Truly the goat 🐐

[@1951JULY]

mmm tomorrow I just have to buy a bag of fresh Spring Greens and I look forward to making your recipe 😊

[@cihualong955]

The best.

[@tinychipmunk0]

Beans and greens, not much more you could wish for!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

honestly so satisfying and just what the doctor ordered after a long weekend

[@miseentrope]

Grilled polenta slices?

[@EvelynBaron]

@@DerekSarnoChef When I made an ethical choice to not eat animal products it wasn't a big leap ... I thought because my family always made their own food and I didn't grow up on fast food , I just began by relying on cuisines from the middle east, india, mexico greece the former yugoslavia to name a few ... all of which had dishes I already knew how to cook and slowly began to sort things out for myself. Beans a staple of course. Tofu was my great discovery on your channel; used to just throw it into stir fries. I have used King Oyster Mushrooms a lot, shout out to Gaz Oakley ... if I could turn back the clock at his age he like you an inspiration. Your channel a delight. Love from Kiwi the wonder Pekingese to Frankie. My best friend has a rural property in New Brunswick, Canada where I currently live; she has a labrador Leo her soul mate and sends me photos of the two of them on her kayak on the lake which I cherish. We both ferment food (kimchi and preserved lemons on my part, also pickles which I grew up with.)❤

[@janco333]

How about a juicy steak

[@g.e.boroush5176]

@@janco333 It's never lost on me how some people just love to dump on someone else's good time. The enjoyment of mean. I'm so glad I don't wake up in the morning next to someone like you. What a lucky person I am! :-)

[@7ymlord]

Back when I really struggled with serious chronic major depression, I realized I would OFTEN WANT to make negative comments, my inner voice stopped me, but not always. I realize now, when I see shitty comments, that it's those people who are struggling and hurting the most that lash out at others. Thank you for always selflessly sharing your art with us; it's always beautiful as are you, and the work you put into perfecting your videos shows.

[@LifeWithAlliDaily]

Well said! 💜💜

[@dawnsanders7780]

I made this last night. For someonewho grew up eating collards cooked on the stove for hours ('cause of a southern Mama, which I still like), this is so, so yummy! Tip to those who buy the pre-cut/pre-washed collards in a bag (California). I washed them and noticed all the larger, tougher stems end up floating to the top making them easy to remove.

[@BelgianElgin]

Thanks for the tip.

[@MerleONeal]

Cleanest cutting board across the pond! Your method of pouring hot water over the greens is a game changer. This is my kind of meal!!

[@dianedevery2662]

I love your channel and all that you stand for. I took refuge in Tibetan Buddhism about 20 years ago, vegetarian since a small child; vegan as soon as I knew better. Animals have always been my love and their welfare my concern A wildlife worker for many years. If I was a lot, lot younger there would be a poster of you upon my bedroom wall 😂❤. Thank you for your delicious recipes, great channel, and for including the beautiful Miss Francesca in your vids.

[@abbymoynahan6750]

Why do I love watching you wipe down the cutting board 😂 my fav. Can’t wait to try this dish

[@annaq3983]

Agreed 😂 it's such a beautiful cutting board, @dereksarnochef where is it from? Making this tonight ...craving a simple meal that's loaded with greens!

[@bigcybermnky]

My wife and I love your channel. Your balanced views are awesome. Thank you for showing the full range of plant based meals including the occasional wicked ones. We have learned so much about how to make things easier and more delicious by watching your channel. Thank you!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Amazing, thank you for watching

[@scienceislove2014]

Me too

[@carolinebennett5615]

I had to laugh at the watering tip. We are having such a wet summer here in the UK and today has just been relentless rain. The sunflowers are screaming “enough with the water, give me sun”.

[@carmensiordia7097]

Anyone else watch these videos to see Franci get some love from Derek? Oh and food tips are also a bonus!😂

[@rogergay9575]

I love how Frankie is talking! She is soooo cute!

[@shoespeak]

wow that's a great idea to pour hot water on the greens to blanch them

[@DerekSarnoChef]

thats a game changer technique :)

[@HrKeck]

@@DerekSarnoChef I really appreciate it. I eat a lot of greens -- both raw and cooked - but inevitably I waste a decent amount now that I'm cooking for one. It's hard to buy enough stuff to make a proper salad without needing 4 people to eat it all. Of course I could sautee or braise them for leftovers but sometimes I'm too lazy. Last week I had some arugula, spinach, some other green I forget that all needed to be used soon. I did the hot water blanch, squeeze and then at the last second treating it like that one korean side and doing a bunch of sesame oil etc. It was good! A little odd to have the arugula flavor in there but not in a bad way. Better than wasting them for sure. Anywhoo thanks for showing that method -- my green wastage will be a lot less going forward.

[@Avery_4272]

@@HrKeck Yes, sesame oil - I was thinking the same thing when watching this video. :-)

[@heidiroberts3090]

I laughed so much and rewatched the part when you went from a lovely Sunny day to pouring down to water your plants, so real with living in the U.K. 😂😂😂

[@sarahedawkins]

Drooling over a plate of beans and greens! Me from 5 years ago would have thought so much was missing from that plate but me from now knows it’s absolutely simple and complete. I am a recent newbie to your channel and your videos, and I love your style and your cooking so very much. Thank you for what you are putting out there! And smooches for Ms Frankie!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Hope you enjoy

[@Psartz]

do you know Richard dawkins?

[@ThatGirlNoli]

Probably the only chef that doesn't use words like "chiffonade" and "rustic chop"

[@DerekSarnoChef]

haha trying to keep it real, i could talk chef talk but Francesca doesnt understand that language

[@snareoutanowhere]

I don't do this 😅

[@normawingo5116]

I had back surgery yesterday and this just looks so simple and perfect! Thanks , great idea.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Feel better, hope this helps.

[@normawingo5116]

@@DerekSarnoChef Thanks Derek, I’m sure it will, score I have everything here too. I love it when the universe hears, and sends an answer so quickly. Nice to be part of that going both ways. Super grateful for your channel.🙏

[@normawingo5116]

And it’s delicious btw, And meal prepped in the freezer, wonderful recipe.

[@tamcon72]

Love food like this: Greens and beans with minimal fuss. It really does make you feel fantastic. Also, shout out to Ann from Arizona for the tip; in non-rainy places it's very useful! Thanks for posting!

[@colby6512]

Man this looks delicious, I’d order this at a restaurant for dinner.

[@Peterjtaurino]

Derek, I love your videos. You are a real asset to the humane art of cooking. I am a 75 year old Nutritarian in the process of launching a KZbin Whole Food Plant Base cooking show and have been learning a ton of information and style from your techniques. You are the best!

[@aspendreams8688]

THE DOG IS A PERFECT AND BEAUTIFUL ADDITION TO THAT KITCHEN

[@VisualizeHealing]

I absolutely love beans and greens and am always looking for different ways to prepare them. This looks scrumptious! Thank you so much!

[@VeganViki]

I love all your recipes and how much creativity you put into making your videos! The sparkle on the knife when you remove it from the wall, so many cool details. And as always Miss America Frankie is the show stopper!❤🙏❤

[@Falafelzebub]

I love you too Frankie! You are such a good girl! ❤

[@Mycophile11]

I just made this for lunch. Quick, easy and really tasty. Thanks again for another great meal. I feel great after eating it. I have two set aside for later. 😊 Ruskin 🐶 (goldendoodle) told me to tell Frankie hi for him. He thinks she is cute!!!🐶❤️

[@rebelvgan4579]

Yum! My kind of cooking, fast and simple 😅 so good. Love how Ms Frankie's 'voice' changes from posh lady to small child 😆😘

[@MelanieOh]

I've been enjoying your channel for several years now, but your latest series of videos from the temple to this latest one have given me a new perspective on your veganism and vegan eating in general. I am, as always, grateful for you taking the time to share these recipes. Rock on! 💖

[@Kinteresting]

So simple, so much yum!! Great timing and reminder ❤️ That is love in a bowl.

[@seekingthequestion]

I’m so used to thinking that I need to let the onions cook down before adding anything else - it’s really refreshing to see you toss it all in at the same time as the tomato paste. Speeds things up. I appreciate the work you do! 🙏🙏

[@crankiemanx8423]

Beans 'n' greens,my favourite, i could eat them most days.actually i did,for lunch today.😊 the ultimate comfort food.

[@gregarmstrong2500]

Love these quick and easy ones that don't have tons of ingredients. All easy stuff to find at any shop. I'm not much of a cook and I've never really enjoyed cooking, but your channel is helping to change that. Thank you!

[@matildawit1370]

Couldn’t get spring greens so used Cavalo Nero instead and it turned out AWESOME. Super tasty and super healthy. You’re the best Derek! 🙏

[@EvelynBaron]

This may sound tangential and unrelated but does anyone remember reading the Once and Future King? Re'reading it in particular the Sword in the Stone; Arthur learns about the animal kingdom 1st hand. My mum, a holocaust survivor, healed herself (my dad also my hero) through a menagerie she accumulated, and memorably, Petunia, a baby raccoon who fell down the chimney who she fed with an eye dropper. My Dad's great love Caesar a Chow Husky cross instantly assumed she was a kind of puppy and she would ride around on his back. (Also hide people's keys etc.) We were able to release her into the wild at friends's rural property; she would arrive at the back door her little ones in tow. I don;'t mean this to be anthropormorphic, only we all have a lot to learn and be grateful for, Derek tx as always.

[@Avery_4272]

Yes! The Once and Future King by T.H. White is one of my favorite books.

[@srm0520]

I’m glad to see someone else talk to their dog the way I talk to mine 😂 I always say “I love you” 🥰

[@whereseagullsfly8250]

Brilliant as usual. Loving the greens and beans - definitely going to have this for supper this week. Also, still laughing at you watering the plants in the rain - so British. I go out everyday and water my plants no matter what the weather.

[@dianekey4780]

That looks like the best reboot! I’m doing that today! After a long period of uncontrolled blood pressure and two small strokes, I looked to greens this week. Lots of greens! Not as much as you just did though. Despite medication and a WFPB diet (not stably), the BP was not recovering but the greens dropped my BP Immediately shifting down 30-40 points overnight and everyday since! Using your tips my way of cooking got me to truly enjoy eating plants only. I am doing much tastier meals, layering with grilled veggies, lots of garlic, sautéing, black pepper in larger quantity, and my food is wickedly delicious! I want to do the red cabbage and peas you cooked on your retreat. It looks amazing. I have your cookbook but have not gotten past the introduction, jumping right into creating better food from your videos. Thank you for sharing your talent and spiritual journey.

[@CNP-rn3gd]

Mr Derek, I have to thank you. I got put on a lower potassium diet that ruled out many of my favorite healthy foods. Today I made kale (which I thought I hated) but following your guidance I made it and it was good! So thanks to you I can live without spinach and chard!!!

[@bb2021]

Referencing Basil Brush? Boom Boom! 😄

[@barbaraalford5719]

I thought only I loved food like this! Aloha from Curls, my dog, on the big Island♥️✌️

[@heather-cz8yk]

Bless you again and again for doing such simple dishes at times. It is so hot here in BC Canada and that is about the only dish I can muster with the burner on a short time. I love how you set up play dates for Frankie. So great to have a dog around another to play!! Thank you Derek!

[@walela]

I can't wait to try this. All of your food looks amazing. Thank you!

[@Nabbsiixnmlsnnfus]

The different music in the video was a nice touch! It’s been cool to see your skill and creativity in making videos grow to match the level of the awesome food you make, what you do is truly appreciated 👍

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

I always use my extra water in the garden. Great for saving water. Even when I clean my juicer I get a bin, put it in the sink, wash the juicer parts and the water goes to the garden. 🌻

[@yupyupyup4444]

I live in Arizona and we don’t know what rain is 😂. That part made me laugh

[@robkarpinski3906]

This is an awesome channel. Beans and Greens are one of my go-to meals and your variation looks delicious can't wait to try

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Hope you enjoy

[@ritabutler1951]

I love how simple this is and that you can tweak it depending on what's in the cupboard.

[@LuxscapeMusic]

Made this one tonight. The beans with smoked paprika were really good. This is the third Derek recipe I’ve tried and they’re all great.

[@monikal9384]

Love this. Looks delicious, and the fact that you can make more at once and have a bunch of meals ready to go for later makes it even better! On another note, looks like British humour is contagious; Frankie and you made the best enactment of Anne from Arizona's tip! 😄

[@Hollysuzette33]

So good....I will make this. Also, such a good reminder to take the time to put the water out in the parched landscape. Giving water is an act of kindness, if it is given as an offering, it will make your day more sacred. Many thanks.

[@jmdes8]

I'm SOOO Excited to try this! I feel amazing when I eat a pile of steamed greens, but this is another whole level, where it will actually taste like a restaurant meal too. Win Win !! Thanks so much Derek, you are an amazing cook.

[@Sirfrito]

This is amazing. I needed a pick me up last Sunday. The smokey paprika with a little heat is amazing with Collard greens! Loved the white beans and sauce.

[@tinaconroy1826]

Made this today with collards. EXCELLENT! I was skeptical because the ingredients were so simple but it truly is in the technique. Browning off that tomato paste added so much flavor! Now I'm on the hunt for the pan he used so I can see all of that browned tomato paste goodness 😉

[@jakobernhard]

I'm so glad I came across your channel. Greetings from Germany 🌱💚

[@jeansandhoodiegardengal2975]

Drooling right now!!!!! Looks fabulous ❤️

[@angelalawson701]

I love greens all different kinds. I’m from the Deep South ! Greens are a stable in my culture. Love the recipe thank you.

[@samanthageiger5851]

I hope you have a great and amazing week as well. Thank you for being awesome 🧡

[@frostfirered1]

I cooked this and it came out amazing, the left overs i refried in the pan the next morning a cracked a egg and stirred feta in. I love your channel, i eat so much more veggies and plant based foods and meals

[@tazziemae4705]

I made super simple greens. The greens and beans were outstanding. I too was eating from the pot as I was cooking.

[@erickang2389]

Love your vids chef. I’m a former cook, and this is exactly how I like to cook and eat now.

[@ddhqj2023]

Just watched the Netflix movie 'Chef' and between that movie and discovering you Derek, I think I'm feeling the beginnings of a new interest in cooking! Thanks for the great videos, simple but nourishing foods and your enthusiasm. You've inspired me.

[@candlela1]

I laughed out loud when you watered the sunflowers😆

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Me too :)

[@LB-wt1oj]

Another winner! Yum! 😋💕Love to Frankie 🐕

[@voicesinthewoods]

I love you too Frankie!! 🥰🥰🥰♥️♥️♥️🐾🐾♥️♥️♥️ Thank you for yet another awesome video! This looks FANTASTIC!

[@LandisKochwelt]

Quickly done and yummy. Tja for sharing this with us. How you feel about tomorrow? Lots of love and strength. Hope family and friends will be with you.

[@joancook8454]

OMG ! SOOOOO……. GOOOOOOD ! Your the BEST! Thank you 😊❤😊 I am eating this as I type.

[@heartshapedisle]

It's winter here in Tasmania Australia 🌏. Beans and greens. Yummy. Derek do you use many fermented foods? That's my latest preservation food journey.

[@lesliesc13]

Beans and greens! Yum one of my favs! Thanks for the video and inspiration. ❤

[@jameshasell1297]

I really like your videos. just generally watching them makes me feel more at peace. Also, my cooking has been improving. Thank you.

[@giselafiege7169]

Looks so delicious and simple! I will make this tonight. Much Aloha 🙏🌺😎

[@PaulGraham1977]

Hey there. I’m not a vegan, or vegetarian but I do like to limit the meat etc that I eat. I’ve been following you for a few months now at least and have fallen in love with your channel! I’ve got a lot of great ideas from your videos. Thank you for being an awesome human being & a great teacher!

[@jeffvanlaningham8855]

Just made this recipe for dinner tonight, couldn't be more pleased, thank you

[@lorrainepalmer2952]

Love this. Simple and wholesome.

[@tahim30]

Really like the way you cook thanks please keep making more videos

[@letitiacousens7839]

Cooked this dish tonight and LOVE IT. Got a couple spare meals also. Thank you Derek. ❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Fantastic!

[@Av4427G]

LOVE your incredible recipes 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@jclark645]

I made this for lunch today, absolutely delicious.

[@senyagwynn8121]

I use my water that i rinse my veggies off with to water my plants too!! We are juicing now, so they have been loving the extra water, and i compost the cut offs and feed my mil's chickens the pulp. They love it!! This meal looks so comforting and belly filling!! My favorite!! Tfs❤

[@brandothecatmeow]

I love the simplicity of the dish. Quick and easy. Healthy and delicious. I am sending Miss Frankie 😘 kisses from my cat 🐈 Lily.

[@anned6913]

Spring greens and spinach, my favourite. 😋👍 Thank you so much. ❤

[@audreymaqks]

Such a beautiful healthy meal. The greens looked so fresh and great way to spece up canned beans. Your awesome

[@PatMocchi]

I love Frankie’s accent 🥰 and everything you cook looks yummy. Thank you for all the wonderful recipes.

[@pattirubin3174]

Watching you heightens my vegan creativity and flavor-layering. Thank you!!

[@MissBizyBea]

Absolutely love this recipe! I've even modified it slightly for speed. After watching video a couple of times I got the idea to slice thin Chinese cabbage, add to a bowl, add garlic/seasoning (in my case French Thyme), tad of salt/pepper/avocado oil then some of the hot pasta water. Stir quickly, added some hot pasta, pickled fire roasted tomatoes and air fried soy curls. Stirred good and viola' delicious! Thank you Derek for all of your creative ideas. You are by far the best vegan chef on the Internet!

[@joanneesters-brown513]

Thanks for sharing. I can't wait to try this recipe. 👏👏👏

[@DerekSarnoChef]

it's the easiest way. Hope you enjoy

[@catbot6733]

Simple, delicious, and versatile! Just made some but with swiss chard and baby broccoli, because that's what I had that needed using. Turned out great, thank you! 💚🌱

[@PDogB]

Today, I have everything I need to make this and am going to put it all together in a wrap with Pico de Gallo and guacamole! Thanks again. Love to Frankie, she is looking good!!

[@schrotii]

Hi Derek, I just made this - after several other of your recipes and techniques. For me this one distilled the love for the ingredients - so not-fancy, yet delicious and putting the greens and beans front and center. Thank you so much for all you have taught (and keep teaching) me!

[@grindedfranz]

Amazing

[@andreaandersonphd8360]

I made something so similar a few days ago. Big kale salad that will last all week and a pot of white beans and chickpeas in a tomato broth. Absolutely my favorite combo.

[@judishimel882]

Simple, tasty, quick to make and economical. Great way to use up massaged kale salad with a densely-packed cup of spinach from the salad bar. This one's going on rotation.

[@JulieAEdens]

The greens are about $9 or more in Hawaii...thankful for my garden! Great comfort food, heading to the garden now!

[@MarkyBigSmoke]

Genius! Now I got that greens n beans craving!

[@TheRickurb]

Oh, man, I love that monster center burner

[@susanbertoncini4761]

Thank you I really enjoy your tutorial. I made your Mac and cheeze recipe from the book. My 92 year old Mom really liked it. This was my second attempt and it came out great. I am learning so much. My children are vegan and I am moving in that direction.

[@rosemaryderusso1855]

Looks scrumptious & so easy to make. Thank you

[@barbaracarbone4658]

Mmmm. Love all those flavorful greens with souped up beans. 😋 thanks🎉

[@andrearenee3899]

You are a freaking beast. I love this. I will be trying this recipe this weekend for sure ❤❤❤

[@InfiniteQuest86]

Wow, yeah I totally agree. I eat some variation of this for lunch pretty much every day. So good. Keeps me going.

[@sjones7341]

Looks amazing! Great idea 🪴

[@paulm6378]

Just made this, really good flavour for so few ingredients. Definitely a keeper recipe.

[@aprilcarter749]

Never cooked greens this way but this has to be another way to be healthy. Still love my smoked ham hocks 🤭 🤷🏽‍♀️. I will be trying these soon 🎉. Thanks for sharing ❤ first time seeing your video, & beautiful dog. 🐕