Stewed Beet Greens

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Servings:
8

Greens and stems are sauteed with onion and garlic in this recipe.

Ingredients

  • Reserved beet stems and greens from Quick Pickled Beets, or use stems and greens from 6 beets

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 small onion, coarsely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt

  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. Thinly slice beet stems to yield 3 cups; rinse well, and drain. Coarsely chop beet greens; rinse well, and drain. Set stems and greens aside.

  2. Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring often, until translucent and tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute.

  3. Raise heat to medium-high. Add beet stems; cook, stirring, until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add greens, and cook until wilted but still bright green, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; season with salt and pepper. Stir in lemon juice, and serve.

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