Sautéed Beet Greens

A big bunch of beet greens can be nearly impossible to find space in the fridge to store. The leaves take up a lot of space, and unless we do something with them right away, they often get pushed to the back of the fridge and forgotten.


Blanching them right when we get home from the market solves that problem. Once blanched, the greens form a compact bundle that keeps well for 3-4 days and can be quickly finished in a pan.


This simple sauté with olive oil and garlic turns those greens into a savory side with an incredibly silky texture that pairs beautifully with eggs. Conveniently, you can have these greens ready in the time it takes to fry or scramble a couple of eggs.

Mediterranean, New AmericanSalads & SidesGluten-Free · Vegan · Soy-Free · Nut-Free · Sesame-Free
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Yield: 6 fl oz
Serves: 2 (100g)

Ingredients

6 fl oz Beet Greens (blanched, well drained, and gently squeezed dry)
1 clove Garlic, sliced
Salt (Sea Salt), to taste
Black Peppercorn, cracked, to taste

Instructions

SEE PREP VIDEO FOR HOW TO BLANCH BEET GREENS: Before I ever put my beet greens in the fridge, I give them a quick wash, blanch, and then squeeze out excess liquid. That way they are ready to go for this recipe in a moment's notice.
To access the prep recipe & video: Go to where Beet Greens is listed in the Ingredients and click 'Blanched"
WARM THE OIL: Heat a sauté pan over medium. Add the olive oil.
BLOOM THE GARLIC: Add the garlic and cook 20-30 seconds, just until fragrant and lightly golden. Do not let it brown.
ADD THE GREENS: Add the blanched beet greens and toss to coat in the oil. Sauté 1 minute -- just until heated through.
SEASON AND FINISH: Add a pinch of salt and a crack of black pepper, as desired. Serve warm.

Serving & Keeping

Serve: Hot
Make ahead: You can blanch beet greens 3–4 days ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator in a sealed container. Once they are sautéed, they are best enjoyed immediately.
Serve with: Grain Bowls, Eggs, Beet Salad

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