Best Beet Greens With Bacon Recipes

BEET GREENS WITH BACON AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR

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This recipe is in my hubby's top 5 favorite! He is notorious for picking out the beet bunches at the farmer's market by looking at the tops without even checking out the actual beets at the bottom. Easy to make and tasty with or without the added roasted beet roots. Time does not include the beet root roasting time.

Provided by ChefBella

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 bunch beet leaf, washed, drained and roughly chopped (about 3-4 beets worth)
3 -4 small beets, roasted, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces (optional)
2 slices bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped small
1 tablespoon water
2 -3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium high heat, cook bacon in olive oil until starting to lightly brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Add chopped onion and continue to cook until onion is translucent and starts to brown lightly, another 3- 4 minutes.
Add beet greens and roasted beets (if using), water and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until greens start to wilt.
Add balsamic vinegar and continue to cook until greens have wilted, about another 3-4 minutes and liquid has evaporated slightly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Transfer to serving bowl and offer additional balsamic at the table, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 189.9, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.2, Protein 2.9

BEET GREENS AND KALE SAUTEED WITH BACON AND GARLIC

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This is my first ever recipe to share - I created it only after I couldn't find one that intrigued me. This was the first time I ever used the greens of beets. It was amazing and I will definitely have this as a green staple in our house! I hope you enjoy!

Provided by elk137

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens

Time 18m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 slice bacon, trimmed of fat and cut into small pieces
2 cloves garlic, pressed
6 leaves beet greens, stems cut into 2-inch pieces
2 leaves kale, ribs and stems removed, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over low heat. Cook and stir bacon until browned and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
Stir beet stems and kale into the skillet. Cover skillet and cook until kale wilts, about 3 minutes. Add beet greens. Cover and cook until bright green and wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 407.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

SALTED BACON BEET GREENS SAUTE

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This is a savory side, that really will make beet greens your favorite leafy green. It goes well with an elegant dinner or even a picnic barbecue. I like to make this recipe the same night that I prepare my recipe Spiced Beet Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze.

Provided by Tiffany Bannworth @MissAnubis

Categories Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4-6 - tops of beets, cut into half inch pieces
6-8 - strips of salted bacon, diced
1 - large red onion, sliced
1 - garlic clove, diced
2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
2 tablespoon(s) butter
1/4 cup(s) walnuts, pecans, or almonds, optional
1/4 cup(s) goat cheese crumbles, optional

Steps:

In a saucepan, add butter and olive oil until melted. Mix in garlic. Cook for 1 minute to flavor oil.
Add bacon and onions. Cook until onions are transparent.
Add beet greens. Reduce to low medium heat. Cook until greens are wilted and shiny.
Optionally add nuts and goat cheese. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
I like to make this the same night as my other recipe, https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/cake/spiced-beet-cake-with-cream-cheese-glaze.html