Description
A smoky, savory side dish combining tender collard greens and rich smoked turkey. Perfect for family meals, this slow-cooked classic delivers comforting flavors with a vibrant twist from vinegar and aromatics.
Ingredients
2 pounds (about 2 large bunches) fresh collard greens
1 pound smoked turkey wing or leg (or smoked turkey necks)
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
4–6 cloves garlic, minced
4–6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2–3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
Wash and chop collard greens, removing thick stems.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent, 3-4 minutes.
Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Place turkey into pot and cook until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes.
Add collard greens, broth, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 1.5-2 hours until greens are tender and turkey is flavorful.
Uncover, stir in vinegar, and simmer 10-15 minutes more. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Notes
Use turkey wings for maximum flavor. For richer taste, reduce liquid by 20% toward the end.
Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Substitute smoked turkey for bacon if needed.
For heartier texture, add 1 cup cooked white beans in the last 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 120
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.75 cups
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg