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Sautéed Beet Greens Recipe
Amy

Sautéed Beet Greens

Sautéed beet greens are a vibrant, nutrient-packed side dish that’s ready in just 5 minutes. These tender greens, with their earthy undertones and slight sweetness, offer a delightful contrast to their crisp stems.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch beet greens
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic finely chopped
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons golden raisins
  • 1 wedge lemon for squeezing
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or pistachios

Method
 

  1. Separate the stems from the beet greens. Finely chop the stems and coarsely chop the leaves.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and the beet stems and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  3. Add the beet greens, a few pinches of salt, and several grinds of pepper. Sauté, tossing, until just wilted.
  4. Turn off the heat, add the raisins, and squeeze with lemon juice. Toss to combine.
  5. Transfer to a platter, top with the walnuts, and season to taste with more salt and pepper.
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