Baby Beet Tops With Teeny Weeny Baby Beets Attached Recipe

Celebrate the first taste of summer with this vibrant recipe! These tender baby beet greens and their sweet, tiny beet companions are bursting with flavor. A quick and easy side dish or light meal, perfect for those warm evenings. Get ready for a delicious explosion of fresh, earthy goodness!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 173.5 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baby Beet Tops With Teeny Weeny Baby Beets Attached

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 bunch (about 8 ounces) baby beets with greens attached
  • Walla Walla Onion
  • Garlic
  • about 1/4 teaspoon salt and about 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Oyster Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 small shallot
  • a sprinkle crumbled feta cheese (optional)

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How to Make Baby Beet Tops With Teeny Weeny Baby Beets Attached

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry 1 bunch (about 8 ounces) of baby beets with their greens attached.
  2. Trim the beet greens, leaving about 1 inch of stem attached to each beet.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add 1 small shallot, finely chopped, and sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
  5. Add the trimmed baby beets and sauté for another 5 minutes, until slightly tender.
  6. Add the beet greens to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, until wilted but still vibrant green.
  7. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper (about 1/4 teaspoon each).
  8. Add 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and toss to combine.
  9. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

9g

Carbs

3g