Sautéed Beet Greens with Garlic and Lemon

Ingredients

- 1 bunch beet greens (about 4 cups), washed and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beet Greens:
Begin by thoroughly washing the beet greens to remove any dirt or grit. Trim and discard any tough stems, then roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

2. Mince the Garlic:
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. These will add a delightful aromatic base to your sautéed greens.

3. Heat the Oil:
In a large skillet, pour in the olive oil and heat over medium heat until shimmering.

4. Add Garlic:
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.

5. Sauté the Beet Greens:
Add the chopped beet greens to the garlic and oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss the greens in the oil, ensuring they are well coated.

6. Cook the Greens:
Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are wilted and tender.

7. Finish with Lemon and Butter:
Drizzle the lemon juice over the sautéed greens, and add the butter. Stir until the butter is melted and the greens are evenly coated with the lemon-butter sauce. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

8. Serve Immediately:
Transfer the sautéed beet greens to a serving dish and serve as a nutritious side for dinner.

Total Time

PT10M
10 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Beet greens, Sautéed greens, Garlic lemon sauté, Quick greens recipe, Healthy dinner sides, Gourmet beet greens, Flavorful sautéed greens, Easy dinner side, Lemon garlic butter, Simple beet greens

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

320 calories

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