Beet Greens and Kale with Bacon and Garlic

Beet Greens and Kale with Bacon and Garlic

This was the first time I ever used beet greens and wanted to combine them with kale. It tasted amazing and I will definitely have this as a green staple in our house!

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

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

Directions

Step 1
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.

Step 2
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 (per serving)

120
Calories
9g
Fat
7g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 120
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 11%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol5mg 2%
Sodium408mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate7g 3%
Dietary Fiber4g 14%
Total Sugars1g
Protein5g
Vitamin C54mg 269%
Calcium145mg 11%
Iron3mg 17%
Potassium859mg 18%

*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.

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