How to Make Beet Greens and Kale with Bacon and Garlic - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to cooking with fresh, seasonal produce, there's nothing quite like the earthy, nutrient-rich flavors of beet greens and kale. These hearty greens not only pack a punch in terms of flavor, but they also provide a plethora of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can do wonders for your overall health and well-being. In this recipe for Beet Greens and Kale with Bacon and Garlic, we're taking these powerhouse greens and infusing them with the smoky, savory notes of bacon and t...

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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

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • 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

    120 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 408mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 54mg
    • Calcium: 145mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 859mg