Best 6 Baby Beet Tops With Teeny Weeny Baby Beets Attached Recipes

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**Baby Beet Tops with Teeny Weeny Baby Beets Attached: A Culinary Delight Awaits!**

Unleash your culinary creativity with the vibrant and flavorful baby beet tops and their attached teeny-weeny baby beets. This article presents a diverse collection of delectable recipes that showcase these unique ingredients, offering a symphony of tastes and textures to tantalize your palate. From vibrant salads bursting with freshness to savory sautéed dishes brimming with earthy goodness, these recipes capture the essence of this often-overlooked vegetable. Discover innovative ways to incorporate baby beet tops into your favorite recipes, transforming ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary experiences. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of baby beet tops and explore their hidden potential.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GLAZED BABY BEETS



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

20 baby beets, scrubbed
2 cups apricot juice
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, add the beets and the apricot juice. Cover and cook on medium high for 10 minutes. Add the vinegar and honey and cook for another 10 minutes. Pull off of the heat and keep covered for an additional 5 minutes.

ROASTED BABY BEETS AND SAUTEED BEET GREENS



Roasted Baby Beets and Sauteed Beet Greens image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Take 3 bunches of baby beets, washed well with tops. Cut off the tops, and place the beets in a roasting pan, toss with olive oil and add rosemary sprigs. Roast at 375 for about 30 minutes. Remove skin while warm, and cut in half. Meanwhile saute the beet greens in olive oil and add a splash of balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and place on plate, top with baby beets.

LENTIL SALAD WITH BABY BEETS & FETA



Lentil Salad With Baby Beets & Feta image

A lovely healthy salad that will keep you going until dinner. I found this on the back of a packet of French style lentils.

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup French lentils
3 cups water
1 bay leaf
450 g baby beets, drained & cut in half
1/2 cup red onion, finely sliced
1/2 cup Italian parsley, chopped
1/2 cup coriander leaves, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
salt & pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon grainy mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Bring the water, lentils & bay leaf to boil in a medium saucepan, reduce heat & simmer until tender, approx 25 minutes.
  • Drain & remove bay leaf.
  • Combine olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic & salt & pepper, pour over lentils and lightly toss.
  • Toss the dressed lentils together with the onion, beets, parsley & coriander.
  • Top with crumbled feta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 739, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 709.2, Carbohydrate 86.6, Fiber 18.3, Sugar 19.1, Protein 34.4

BABY BEETS WITH SCALLIONS



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Colorful beets always make a pretty dish, and this recipe is sweet, nutty, and healthy to boot.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon walnut oil
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 to 16 assorted baby beets, with greens attached
3 sprigs fresh thyme
6 medium scallions, cleaned, stems trimmed to 2 inches
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese (1 ounce)

Steps:

  • Make vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, walnut oil, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Remove leafy greens from tops of beets; trim stems, and discard. Rinse greens thoroughly, and refrigerate. Pare away tough skin at top of beets. With a firm-bristle vegetable brush or the back of a paring knife, scrub beets clean under cold running water. Place beets in a small roasting pan. Add remaining tablespoon olive oil and the thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Add enough water to just cover the bottom, and cover tightly. Place in oven, and cook 20 minutes, remove lid, and continue cooking until beets are tender to the tip of a sharp knife, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Slice scallions in quarters lengthwise. In a large saute pan over medium-low heat, melt butter; add scallions, and saute, 5 to 7 minutes. Raise heat to medium high, and continue cooking until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer scallions to a bowl, and set aside.
  • Remove beet greens from refrigerator. Using the same pan as for the scallions, saute greens over medium-high heat until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer immediately to serving plate. Place scallions over greens. Trim "tails" from beets, and slice larger beets in half. Arrange beets over wilted greens with scallions. Drizzle vinaigrette over beets and greens. Sprinkle with blue cheese. Serve immediately.

LEMON & BUTTER BRAISED BEET GREENS



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This is from the Earthbound Farms Organic Foods website. It says.... Choose baby leaves, 4 to 6 inches in length, for the mildest taste and most tender greens. Mature leaves have a much more pungent flavor and are best boiled until tender. This simple saute takes just a few minutes to cook and makes a lovely accompaniment to roast chicken or steak.

Provided by Chef Gruyegravere

Categories     Greens

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings greens, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
2 lbs baby beet leaves, washed
1 -2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over low heat, and add the garlic.
  • Cook gently, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant but does not take on any color.
  • Add the moist greens, raise the heat to medium-high, and cover the pan. Cook until the greens wilt, about 2 minutes, shaking the pan once or twice.
  • Remove the cover; if there's any excess liquid, cook until it evaporates.
  • Toss the greens with the lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and serve hot.

SAUTEED BEET TOPS



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Beets tops are a very mild tasting and lend themselves to many combinations of yummy foods. They cook up quickly and will be a great addition to your menu. I got my inspiration from Recipezaar and added some extras! Enjoy!

Provided by Healthy Debbie

Categories     Low Protein

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 beet leaves
6 ounces water (more if needed)
1 onion
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon margarine
1 teaspoon olive oil
8 ounces mushrooms, diced
1 sweet green pepper
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Wash the beet tops in cold, running water. Cut their length horizontally into bite sized pieces.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet. Add the olive oil to the pan and add the diced onion, sweet pepper, and garlic and cover. Cook on low to medium heat until tender, adding water as needed. Chop the mushrooms in a food processor and add them to the skillet and continue cooking. Add the chopped beet tops. Cover the pan. Cook until the beet tops are wilted.Stir as needed. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.3, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 107.5, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 2.5

Tips:

  • Choose tender beet greens: Select beet greens that are young and tender, with vibrant green leaves and no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Preserve nutrients: To retain the maximum nutrients, cook the beet greens quickly using methods like steaming or stir-frying.
  • Enhance flavor: Add a squeeze of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten the flavors of the beet greens.
  • Experiment with seasonings: Explore different seasonings to complement the earthy taste of beet greens, such as garlic, ginger, cumin, or a sprinkle of chili flakes.
  • Enjoy the versatility: Beet greens can be incorporated into various dishes, including salads, soups, stews, and omelets.

Conclusion:

Beet greens, often overlooked, are a nutritional powerhouse offering a plethora of health benefits. Embracing these leafy greens in your culinary repertoire not only adds vibrant color and texture to your dishes but also provides a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. From salads to stir-fries, soups to frittatas, the versatility of beet greens allows for endless creative possibilities. So, next time you encounter these vibrant leaves, embrace their goodness and elevate your meals with their unique flavor and remarkable nutritional value.

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