Simple And Delicious Beet Greens

Serves: 3

Jolie Turcotte

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

42

Spice

46

Sweetness

47

Sourness

37

mins

Prep time (avg)

4.5

Difficulty

Ingredients:

2 cloves

Garlic (minced)

Directions:

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil

2

Add the beet greens, and cook uncovered until tender, about 2 minutes

3

Drain in a colander, then immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes until cold to stop the cooking process

4

Once the greens are cold, drain well, and coarsely chop

5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat

6

Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute

7

Stir in the greens until oil and garlic is evenly distributed

8

Season with salt and pepper

9

Cook just until greens are hot; serve with lemon wedges