Description
Warm up with this comforting turnip green soup, a delightful blend of earthy flavors and vibrant greens. Perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings, each spoonful is infused with the warmth of spices and the freshness of lemon juice. Easy to prepare, this dish brings together wholesome ingredients for a nourishing meal that will leave you feeling satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh turnip greens, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).
- Add turnip greens and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
- Season with cumin and black pepper; adjust to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- For a creamy texture, use an immersion blender to puree part of the soup if desired.
- Finish by stirring in lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg