Beet Greens and Kale with Bacon and Garlic

Beet greens and kale are sautéed with bacon and garlic in this simple side dish that prevents delicious beet tops from going to waste.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 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.