Easy Beet Greens

This recipe for pan-fried easy beet greens with olive oil and garlic is sublime. They deliver slightly earthy flavor and are packed with nutrients, too.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 78 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bunch beet tops with stems
• 0.5 lemon, juiced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Wash beet greens; drain. Chop beet stems and leaves separately.

Step 2

Heat oil in a skillet over low heat. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add beet stems; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add beet leaves; cook until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper; drizzle with lemon juice.