Turnip green soup with ham hocks

Turnip green soup with ham hocks recipe videos

Turnip green soup with ham hocks is a hearty, savory soup traditionally from the American South, particularly associated with soul food and country cooking. It features tender turnip greens simmered for hours with smoky ham hocks, onions, and often garlic or vinegar, creating a rich, flavorful broth.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is a good source of protein and iron from the ham hocks and greens, while being relatively low in carbohydrates. A typical serving provides around 200-300 calories, with the ham hocks contributing significant fat and the turnip greens offering vitamins A, C, and K.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	850 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin K	150 mcg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	100 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish is a classic example of 'nose-to-tail' cooking, using economical ham hocks to flavor and enrich a simple vegetable soup, reflecting resourceful Southern culinary traditions. Nutritionally, the long simmering process helps break down the tough greens, making their nutrients more bioavailable while infusing the broth with minerals from the bones.