Healthy and Delicious Southern Turnip Greens

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.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 105 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring chicken broth, water, oil, salt, and pepper to a boil in a stockpot.

Step 2

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.