Beet Greens and Kale Sauteed with Bacon and Garlic

This is my first ever recipe to share - I created it only after I couldn't find one that intrigued me. This was the first time I ever used the greens of beets. It was amazing and I will definitely have this as a green staple in our house! I hope you enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 8 mins
• Total Time: 18 mins
• Calories: 120 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed
• 1 slice bacon, trimmed of fat and cut into small pieces
• 6 leaves beet greens, stems cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 leaves kale, ribs and stems removed, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over low heat. Cook and stir bacon until browned and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 2

Stir beet stems and kale into the skillet. Cover skillet and cook until kale wilts, about 3 minutes. Add beet greens. Cover and cook until bright green and wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.