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.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 50kcal
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- 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.
Nutrition
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