Healthy and Delicious Southern Turnip Greens

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Traditional seasonings for turnip greens in the South are bacon grease or ham. This healthier version is a delicious alternative. Serve as-is or with sautéed bell peppers, onions, and garlic.

Submitted by wright134

Updated on August 25, 2023

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

5

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Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 ½ cups water
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound turnip greens, chopped
½ teaspoon white sugar

Directions

Gather the ingredients.
Bring chicken broth, water, oil, salt, and pepper to a boil in a stockpot.
Add turnip greens and sugar and return to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring every 15 minutes, until greens are tender, at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

Recipe Tip

You can substitute collard greens for turnip greens.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

105	Calories
9g	Fat
6g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 105
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g	11%
Saturated Fat 1g	6%
Cholesterol 2mg	1%
Sodium 530mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 6g	2%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g	4%
Vitamin C 55mg	61%
Calcium 175mg	13%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 271mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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