Sautéed Collard Greens with Garlic and Smoked Turkey

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

A regional Southern-inspired side dish featuring tender collard greens sautéed with minced garlic and smoky turkey for a hearty flavor. This Southern-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Fresh collard greens, Smoked turkey leg, chopped, Olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Fresh collard greens
• 6 oz Smoked turkey leg, chopped
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 cloves Minced garlic
• 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 1/2 cup Chicken broth

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse and remove the thick stems from 1 lb fresh collard greens, then chop the leaves into 1-inch wide strips.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 6 oz chopped smoked turkey leg and cook for 3 minutes until fragrant and slightly crisp.
3. Step 3: Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until aromatic.
4. Step 4: Add the collard greens along with 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir well and cover, cooking for 10-12 minutes until greens are tender but still vibrant.
5. Step 5: Remove the lid and cook for an additional 2 minutes over medium-high heat to evaporate excess liquid, stirring occasionally.