Creamy Beet Greens

If you happen to get beets with the greens attached, don't toss them! They make a delicious vegetable side!

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons water, or more as needed

  • 1 bunch beet greens, stems removed and leaves chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add water and beet greens; cook until greens have wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated. Add garlic and cream and simmer until cream has thickened, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

107 Calories
11g Fat
2g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 107
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 72mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 101mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.