These sautéed beet greens are made with tangy lemon juice and a dash of red pepper flakes.
Sautéed Beet Greens
Ingredients
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
4 cups chopped beet greens (2 bunches with stems removed)
2 cloves garlic, minced or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pinch salt
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Rinse or scrub fresh vegetables under running water before preparing.
- Heat oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat.
- Add the beet greens and garlic to the pan. Stir until just wilted, then reduce the heat to low and stir occasionally until soft, about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice, red pepper flakes and salt. Serve right away or use in another recipe.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- No beet greens? Use other leafy greens such as mustard greens, turnip greens or chard.
You might also like...
Skillet Granola
Skillet Granola
This simple granola recipe combines oats, chewy raisins, crunchy seeds and a touch of sweet honey.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
10 minutes
Makes:
5 cups
Gingerbread Pancakes
Gingerbread Pancakes
A fun twist on a breakfast favorite that is perfect for the holiday season.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
5 minutes
Makes:
8 pancakes (4-inch)
Sautéed Peppers
Sautéed Peppers
These sauteed sweet peppers and onions are delicious enjoyed on their own, added to sandwiches or pasta, or with fajitas.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
15 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Roasted Zucchini
Roasted Zucchini
A simple recipe for roasting zucchini. Ready in 30 minutes or less!
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
15 minutes
Makes:
3 Cups
Blueberry Tofu Smoothie
Blueberry Tofu Smoothie
Kid-approved, this dairy-free smoothie is super quick to make for a tasty breakfast or snack.
Prepare:
5 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Couscous Salad
Couscous Salad
A light and colorful salad combining sweet cranberries, crunchy pecans and fresh vegetables with couscous pasta.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
5 cups
