Turnip Greens

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
23%
Turnip Greens
45 min.
6
168kcal

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Looking for a simple yet flavorful side dish that's friendly to various dietary needs? These Turnip Greens are the answer! Ready in under an hour, this recipe is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and even fits into a Low FODMAP lifestyle. It's a Southern classic, reimagined for modern tables.

This recipe delivers satisfying flavor without complicated techniques. Tender turnip greens are simmered with a touch of sweetness and a hint of spice, creating a savory dish that complements a wide range of main courses. The secret? A slow simmer that coaxes out the natural flavors of the greens, resulting in a depth you wouldn't expect from such a simple preparation.

Don't let the "Low FODMAP" aspect fool you - this dish is bursting with classic Southern comfort. Perfect as a side for your next barbecue, Sunday dinner, or even a quick weeknight family meal, these Turnip Greens offer a delicious and easy way to incorporate more greens into your diet. Plus, with just 168 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! Get ready to enjoy a healthy and delicious side that everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • pound collard greens trimmed chopped
  •  chile dried red
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounce salt pork cut into 4 pieces
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Wash greens; pat dry. Coarsely chop.
  2. Combine the water, sugar, pork, and chile in a large Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Discard chile. Stir in greens and salt; cover and cook over medium heat 10 minutes or until tender, stirring occassionally. Discard pork.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein7.48%
Fat81.5%
Carbs11.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.68
Glycemic Load
0.47
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.219130544559%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
6.61mg
Quercetin
1.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168.17kcal
8.41%
Fat:15.68g
24.12%
Saturated Fat:5.59g
34.97%
Carbohydrates:4.77g
1.59%
Net Carbohydrates:1.74g
0.63%
Sugar:1.01g
1.13%
Cholesterol:16.25mg
5.42%
Sodium:621.24mg
27.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.24g
6.48%
Vitamin K:330.38µg
314.65%
Vitamin A:3799.24IU
75.98%
Vitamin C:26.69mg
32.35%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.95%
Folate:97.72µg
24.43%
Calcium:179.01mg
17.9%
Fiber:3.03g
12.12%
Vitamin E:1.71mg
11.43%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.01%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.48%
Magnesium:22.55mg
5.64%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.43%
Potassium:173.86mg
4.97%
Vitamin B3:0.87mg
4.35%
Selenium:2.09µg
2.98%
Phosphorus:28.78mg
2.88%
Copper:0.06mg
2.86%
Iron:0.44mg
2.46%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.41%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.25%
Source:My Recipes