Sauteed Beet Greens Recipe (2024)

Beet greens are so tender and delicious, you’ll wonder why you ever tossed them out in the first place!

Just a little garlic and lemon juice transforms the stems and leaves into a deliciously tender side dish that’s packed with flavor and nutrition!

An Easy Beet Greens Recipe

• The best use for your garden-fresh beet greens. They’re healthy and packed with flavor.
• This recipe uses both the leaves and stems to turn raw beet greens into a deliciously seasoned sauteed side dish.
• An easy and quick dish, ready in under 15 minutes
• Packed full of nutrients from fresh, natural ingredients
• Perfectly balances tangy lemon, aromatic garlic, and earthy beet greens
• A great way to add a touch of elegance to any meal.

Ingredients in Sautéed Beet Greens

Beet Greens – Choose stems and leaves that are fresh and firm. Cut or tear them into equally sized pieces. You’ll want to separate the stems from the leaves as they will cook at different rates.

Seasonings – Real butter and fresh lemon juice are key to bringing out the best flavor of sauteed beet greens and will offset any bitterness.

Flavor: Garlic adds flavor. Swap the olive oil for a bit of bacon grease to add a smoky flavor to the greens if desired. Add a few red pepper flakes for color and a little heat, or save a little lemon zest as a garnish!

How to Saute Beet Greens

This recipe also works with other greens like radish greens or mustard greens.

1. Wash beet greens to remove any grit, dirt, or debris.
2. Simmer the stems until fork-tender and drain per the recipe below.
3. Add the beet leaves, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the pan. Squeeze lemon juice over the greens and sauté until the leaves are wilted.
4. Remove from heat, stir in butter, and season to taste.

Storing Sautéed Beet Greens

Keep leftover sauteed beet greens in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat in the microwave or add to a veggie soup or a hearty chicken stew. Freeze-cooled beet greens in a zippered bag for up to 4 months, however, once thawed, their texture may change but their flavor will be just as delicious!

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