Beet Greens

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
20%
Beet Greens
30 min.
4
82kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish that won’t weigh you down? Look no further than our delectable Beet Greens recipe! This gluten-free, dairy-free delight showcases the often-overlooked greens that come from the vibrant beetroot. Not only are they packed with essential vitamins and minerals, but they also add a unique flavor and beautiful color to any meal.

In just 30 minutes, you can prepare a dish that serves four people and tantalizes the taste buds with a perfect balance of savory and tangy notes. The smoky richness of bacon or bacon fat melds beautifully with onions and garlic, while a splash of cider vinegar adds a zesty kick that brightens the earthy beet greens. With a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes, this recipe is sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.

Whether you’re serving it alongside a hearty main course or enjoying it as a light snack, Beet Greens are a popular choice that brings color, flavor, and nutrition to your table. With only 82 calories per serving, it’s the perfect guilt-free addition that everyone will love. So, let’s dive into this simple yet satisfying side dish that allows the natural beauty of farm-fresh ingredients to shine!

Ingredients

  • strip bacon thick cut chopped (or a tablespoon of bacon fat)
  • pound bunchs of kale 
  • 0.2 cup cider vinegar 
  • large garlic clove minced
  • Tbsp granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper flakes red crushed
  • 0.8 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Wash the greens in a sink filled with cold water.
  2. Drain greens and wash a second time.
  3. Drain greens and cut away any heavy stems.
  4. Cut leaves into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.2 In a large skillet or 3-qt saucepan, cook bacon until lightly browned on medium heat (or heat 1 Tbsp of bacon fat).
  5. Add onions, cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occassionally, until onions soften and start to brown. Stir in garlic.
  6. Add water to the hot pan, stirring to loosen any particles from bottom of pan. Stir in sugar and red pepper. Bring mixture to a boil. 3
  7. Add the beet greens, gently toss in the onion mixture so the greens are well coated. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5-15 minutes until the greens are tender. Stir in vinegar. (For kale or collard greens continue cooking additional 20 to 25 minutes or until desired tenderness.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories82kcal
Protein17.6%
Fat39.14%
Carbs43.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.77
Glycemic Load
2.41
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.464347776511%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:81.59kcal
4.08%
Fat:3.76g
5.79%
Saturated Fat:1.23g
7.67%
Carbohydrates:9.35g
3.12%
Net Carbohydrates:4.93g
1.79%
Sugar:4.04g
4.49%
Cholesterol:5.94mg
1.98%
Sodium:321.18mg
13.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.81g
7.61%
Vitamin K:453.78µg
432.17%
Vitamin A:7214.22IU
144.28%
Vitamin C:34.99mg
42.42%
Potassium:909.29mg
25.98%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.84%
Magnesium:82.77mg
20.69%
Fiber:4.43g
17.7%
Iron:3.03mg
16.82%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.41%
Calcium:139.25mg
13.93%
Vitamin E:1.79mg
11.93%
Copper:0.24mg
11.79%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.64%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.4%
Phosphorus:64.67mg
6.47%
Folate:18.97µg
4.74%
Selenium:3.04µg
4.34%
Vitamin B3:0.85mg
4.23%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.85%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.51%