Nut-Free Southern Style Collard Greens
Elevate your dinner table with these Nut-Free Southern Style Collard Greens, a comforting twist on a classic Southern recipe. Bursting with bold, savory flavors, this dish combines tender collard greens with a perfectly balanced blend of apple cider vinegar, a touch of brown sugar, and a hint of spice from crushed red pepper flakes. Whether you're using smoked turkey for a rich, smoky undertone or opting for a vegetarian version with hearty vegetable broth, this recipe delivers irresistible depth in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, it's an ideal side dish for holiday feasts, Sunday suppers, or any time you’re craving authentic Southern comfort food. Plus, with simple ingredients and no nuts in sight, it’s a crowd-pleaser everyone can enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds collard greens
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 1 smoked turkey leg or smoked turkey wings (optional for added flavor)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the collard greens thoroughly to remove any grit. Remove the thick stems by holding a leaf in one hand and stripping the leafy part away from the stem with your other hand. Stack a few leaves, roll them tightly, and slice into 1-inch ribbons.
Step 2
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3
If using smoked turkey for flavor, add the turkey leg or wings to the pot at this stage.
Step 4
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Add the collard greens to the pot in batches, stirring gently to wilt them down as you go, until everything fits in the pot.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender and flavorful. If more liquid is needed during cooking, add a little water or broth.
Step 7
Remove the smoked turkey and shred the meat, if using, then return the meat to the pot and stir everything together.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or vinegar, as desired.
Step 9
Serve the collard greens hot as a side dish or on their own. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2203.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 908.3 |
| Total Fat 44.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 80.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6647.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 80.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 39.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.2g | |
| Protein 60.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1397.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1733.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories