Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens
Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens balance smoky richness with a tangy, slightly sweet edge from balsamic and a subtle bitter note from strong coffee. Tender greens soak up savory bacon drippings, while onion and gentle garlic bring a rounded finish. Serve as a comforting side with roasted meats or alongside cornbread for a hearty weeknight dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional Density
- 40 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 71
- Heart Health
- 84
- Metabolic
- 46
- Digestive
- 44
- Inflammatory
- 42
- Performance
- 63
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the onion and bacon, covered, turning occasionally, until the onion is translucent and the bacon is evenly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
- 2
Add the turnip greens to the skillet, a handful at a time if needed; cook until they wilt, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the coffee, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Taste the cooking liquid and adjust the seasonings if needed. Reduce the heat to low or medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
- 4
Uncover the skillet and cook until the liquid reduces and the greens are tender, about 10 minutes more.
- Calories 62.04 kcal Low Source 3%
- Protein 2.03 g Low Source 4%
- Carbohydrate 13.43 g 5%
- Total Fat 0.41 g Low Source 1%
- Saturated Fat 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 226.23 mg Moderate 10%
- Dietary Fiber 5.64 g Good Source 20%
- Total Sugars 5.01 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 212.37 mg Moderate 16%
- Iron 1.25 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 348.93 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 571.49 mcg Good Source 64%
- Vitamin C 94.43 mg Good Source 105%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Caffeine ☕
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Bacon Braised Turnip Greens is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon Bits, Balsamic Vinegar, Coffee Beverage Mix, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 62.04 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon Bits, Balsamic Vinegar, Coffee Beverage Mix, Garlic Powder, Onion. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens?
- About 55 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 62.04 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens healthy?
- Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens has an easyChef Pro health score of 61/100. Per serving, it provides 62.04 calories and 2.03 g of protein, or 4% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 226.23 mg (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Caffeine, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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