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If you can\u2019t pass by a beautiful bunch of beets at the farmer\u2019s market, this recipe for simple sauteed beet greens is for you! Instead of scrapping the leafy tops of beets, cook with both parts of the plant to help reduce food waste<\/a> and get more bang for your grocery buck. Plus, both beet greens and beetroots are healthy, nutrient-dense foods!<\/p>\n

While beetroots can be used to make pickled beets<\/a> or roasted beet wedges<\/a>, the steps to cook beetroot greens are similar to making sauteed spinach<\/a>. Compared to other leafy greens like collards and kale, beet greens are quick-cooking and sweeter tasting. When sauteed in olive oil with a bit of minced garlic, beet greens become tender, flavorful and ready to eat in under ten minutes.<\/p>\n

What are beet greens?<\/h2>\n

Beet greens refer to the green leaves and reddish or purple stems attached to beetroots. If you\u2019re accustomed to seeing pre-bagged beets in the grocery store, you might not know that this part of the beet is missing! Like carrots and other root vegetables, bright red or golden beetroots grow underground and have leafy green tops that grow above the soil. Both parts of the plant are edible and packed with good-for-you nutrients.<\/p>\n

Ingredients for Beet Greens<\/h2>\n