Source: Julie208, AdobeStockBeet greens are arguably one of the most underrated types of greens. And that's a shame! They have a unique flavor and are excellent in soups, salads, and other dishes. We've gathered 20 of the best recipes you can make with beet greens!
1. Beet Greens Omelet
Source: pinterest.comA light and quick egg breakfast for the whole family.
You will need: 1 bunch beet greens, 1 onion, 3 tomatoes, 4-5 eggs, spices.
Preparation: Chop the beet greens and blanch them with boiling water. Finely chop the onion and sauté until soft. Add the beet greens and peeled, finely chopped tomatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring, season, and pour in the beaten eggs. Cook the omelet covered until done.
2. Beet Greens Patties
Source: mirtesen.ruJuicy and vibrant patties that immediately catch the eye.
You will need: 400 g beet greens, 60 g rice flour, 1 egg, spices.
Preparation: Chop the beet greens in a blender, add the remaining ingredients, and mix. Form small patties and fry them in a pan over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
3. Flatbreads with Cottage Cheese and Beet Greens
Source: za-edoy.ruInstead of cottage cheese, you can use other cheeses, such as Adyghe or Suluguni.
You will need: 2 cups flour, 1 cup water, 1 tsp salt, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 400 g cottage cheese, 1 bunch beet greens, 1 bunch dill, spices.
Preparation: Make a well in the sifted flour with salt, pour in water and oil, and knead into an elastic dough. You might need slightly more or less flour. Let the dough rest for half an hour, divide it into 8 parts, and roll into thin round flatbreads.
Mix the cottage cheese with chopped beet greens and dill, season, and place this filling in the center. Pinch the flatbreads like pouches and roll them out with a rolling pin to the diameter of the pan. Bake the flatbreads on a dry, hot pan until golden brown on both sides. Brush the finished flatbreads with butter if desired.
4. Fermented Beet Greens for Winter
Source: gs-russia.ruThe greens are fermented like cabbage and delight with their excellent taste for a long time.
You will need: 500 g beet greens, 2 dill umbels, 2 blackcurrant leaves, 15 g garlic, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Chop the beet greens, lightly crush them with your hands, and mix with dill, currant leaves, salt, and minced garlic. Leave everything for 3 days at room temperature under a press, then seal in sterilized jars.
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5. Beet Salad with Feta
Source: 4tololo.ruA wonderful seasonal recipe – very light, tasty, and beautiful.
You will need: 1 handful arugula, 1 beet, 1 bunch beet greens, 60 g feta, 3 tbsp pomegranate seeds, 2 tbsp pine nuts, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp grainy mustard, 1 tbsp each honey and lemon juice, spices.
Preparation: Boil or bake the beet until tender and cut it into cubes along with the feta. Blanch the beet greens with boiling water, chop, mix with arugula, and place on a plate. Arrange the beet and feta, and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and pine nuts. Mix the remaining ingredients for the dressing and pour over the salad.
6. Beet Greens Fritters
Source: cookpad.comIf you can make fritters with zucchini or spinach, why not with beet greens?
You will need: 60 g beet greens, 1 tbsp sour cream, 1 egg, 2 tbsp flour, 1 clove garlic, 4 sprigs herbs, spices.
Preparation: Chop the beet greens, herbs, and garlic in a blender. Add the remaining ingredients and mix everything. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the pan and fry until golden brown on both sides.
7. Shchi (Cabbage Soup) with Cabbage and Beet Greens
Source: pinterest.comServe with sour cream or chopped fresh herbs to taste.
You will need: 200 g beet greens, 100 g cabbage, 1 L chicken broth, 1 potato, 1 carrot, 30 g onion, 50 g tomatoes, spices.
Preparation: Bring the broth to a boil and add the chopped potato. Chop the onion and carrot, and sauté until soft. Add the chopped beet stalks and simmer for another couple of minutes. Then add the peeled and chopped tomato, and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
When the potato is cooked, add the shredded cabbage. Bring to a boil again, add the sautéed vegetables and spices, and cook the shchi until the vegetables are tender. Add the chopped beet green leaves, remove the soup from heat, and let it steep covered.
8. Beet Greens Smoothie with Spinach
Source: pinterest.comAdjust the consistency of the drink by adding mineral water if desired.
You will need: 2 cucumbers, 1 bunch each beet greens and spinach.
Preparation: Remove the tough stems from the greens – they are not needed. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
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9. Fried Beet Greens
Source: dzen.ruA simple standalone side dish for meat, poultry, or fish.
You will need:2 bunches beet greens, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 lemon, chili flakes, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Chop the beet greens and mince the garlic. Sauté them in oil until soft, about 7 minutes. Add chili flakes, lemon juice, and zest, season to taste, and mix. Remove from heat after 1 minute.
10. Vegetable Salad with Beet Greens
Source: laifhak.ruMade from what you can find in any garden.
You will need: 1 tomato, 1 cucumber, 1 bell pepper, 50 g beet greens, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop the beet greens (without stems) and all vegetables. Mix the salad, season to taste, and drizzle with olive oil.
11. Pickled Beet Greens for Winter
Source: pokayadoma.ruAdd them to salads, soups, side dishes, and other meals.
You will need: 3 bunches beet greens, 3 cloves garlic, 1.5 tbsp salt, 6 tbsp vinegar, 1.5 L water.
Preparation: Chop the beet greens, place them in sterilized jars, and add chopped garlic. Pour in 2 tablespoons of vinegar per jar. Boil water with salt, simmer the brine for 1 minute, pour it over the greens, and seal the jars.
12. Salad with Beet Greens, Cucumbers, and Apples
Source: vk.comAn interesting combination of flavors that few will be indifferent to.
You will need: 3 beets with greens, 1 fresh cucumber, 1 apple, 1 lightly salted cucumber, 1 purple onion, 150 ml olive oil, 2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp mustard, 1 tbsp honey, spices.
Preparation: Bake the beets in foil for about 40 minutes at 200 degrees in the oven and chop them coarsely. Dice the cucumbers, apple, and onion finely. Chop the beet greens. Mix the oil and remaining ingredients, and dress the salad with this dressing.
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13. Salad with Beet Greens and Onion
Source: pinterest.comA recipe in the best traditions of Greek cuisine – minimal preparation time.
You will need: 200 g beets with greens, 1 purple onion, 20 g parsley, 1 clove garlic, 1 tbsp each olive oil and lemon juice, oregano, spices.
Preparation: Boil the beets until tender. Also, parboil the greens with stems for 7-10 minutes. Roughly chop everything, and slice the onion into thin half-rings. Mince the parsley. Mix the oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, oregano, and spices, and dress the salad.
14. Beet Greens Smoothie with Apple and Grapes
Source: about-tea.ruA fantastic green cocktail for healthy eating enthusiasts.
You will need: 100 g beet greens, 1 celery stalk, 1 green apple, 70 g seedless green grapes, 1 cucumber, water.
Preparation: Roughly chop all ingredients and blend them until smooth. Dilute the smoothie with water to your desired consistency.
15. Kholodnik (Cold Beet Soup) with Beet Greens
Source: ketokotleta.ruThis recipe is especially for lovers of cold summer soups.
You will need: 1.5 L water, 1 beet with greens, 3 eggs, 2 cucumbers, 1 bunch herbs, salt.
Preparation: Grate the beet, pour water over it, bring to a boil, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the chopped beet greens and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Cool and refrigerate this broth. Boil the eggs and finely chop them with cucumbers and herbs. Salt and pour the cold broth over them.
16. Cream Soup with Beet Greens and Apples
Source: jurnalbliud.ruQuite original and very tasty!
You will need: 200 g beet greens, 1 bunch lettuce, 1 leek, 4 green apples, 200 ml heavy cream or coconut milk, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the beet greens in olive oil for about 3 minutes. Separately sauté the chopped leek and apples until soft. Chop the lettuce leaves, mix everything together, and pour in 700 ml of water. Bring the soup to a boil, season to taste, and blend with an immersion blender. Pour in the cream and blend again. Serve the cream soup hot or cold.
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17. Cottage Cheese Casserole with Beet Greens
Source: vk.comYou can use only the stems – it will also be good.
You will need: 200-300 g beet greens, 200 g cottage cheese, 1 tbsp flour, 2 eggs, 300 g cream cheese, 1/2 lemon, 3 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Finely chop the beet greens with stems and parboil them in boiling water with lemon juice and a spoonful of sugar for about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander. Whisk eggs, cottage cheese, and cream cheese with a mixer until fluffy. Add flour and 2 tablespoons of sugar, whisk again, and fold in the beet greens. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees.
18. Salad with Beet Greens and Nuts
Source: dzen.ruWhen serving, we recommend sprinkling the finished salad with sesame seeds or other seeds.
You will need: 130 g beet greens, 50 g cucumbers, 35 g green onions, 50 g bell pepper, 50 g walnuts, 2 tsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop all ingredients and chop the toasted walnuts. Drizzle the salad with lemon juice and olive oil, and season to taste.
19. Smoothie with Beets and Beet Greens
Source: limonsu.ruYoung beets go in whole here – along with their leaves.
You will need: 2 beets, 4 beet green leaves, 2 apples, 1 cup water, honey.
Preparation: Roughly chop the peeled beets and apples, and blend them with the beet greens. Add water and honey to taste, and blend again.
20. Pie with Minced Meat and Beet Greens
Source: za-edoy.ruA simple shortcrust pie with that beloved lattice top.
You will need: 300 g wheat flour, 150 g butter, 1 egg, 2 tbsp cold water, 400 g minced meat, 700 g beet greens, 1 bunch parsley, spices.
Preparation: Add grated butter to the flour and rub it into crumbs. Add the egg and water, knead the dough, and refrigerate for half an hour. Parboil the beet greens for 10 minutes, drain in a colander, and finely chop. Sauté the minced meat with chopped parsley and spices. Add the beet greens and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Divide the dough into two unequal parts. Roll out one part into a crust, place it in a baking dish, prick with a fork, and spread the filling over it. Cut the second part into strips and arrange them in a lattice pattern. Bake the pie for 45 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees.