Sautéed Beet Greens Recipe
Beet greens are the leaves of the beet plant and can be enjoyed either cooked or raw. This is a simple sautéed beet greens recipe that is easy to prepare for a side dish to any meal.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sauteéd beet greens
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 50kcal
Author: Grow a Good Life
- 2 pounds beet greens
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons water
- salt and pepper to taste
- freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional for flavor
Rinse the beet greens well under running water. Remove stems and slice thin. Leave the foliage whole, or cut into rustic pieces.
Heat the olive oil a skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the garlic, red pepper flakes, and cut beet stems. Sauté until the garlic and stems have softened slightly, about 2 minutes.
Add the beet greens, and toss to combine. Add enough water to prevent sticking, and continue sautéing about 5 minutes longer, or until the greens are wilted and the water evaporates.
Season to taste with salt, pepper, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm as a side dish. Refrigerate leftovers and use within a few days.
Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 1.3mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 457mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 3.4g