Low Carb Beet Greens with Bacon and Caramelized Onion Recipe

Name: Low Carb Beet Greens with Bacon and Caramelized Onion Recipe
Prep time: 5 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time

5 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Yield

servings

Ingredients

1 pound beet green
2 strips bacon (thick cut, chopped (or 1-2 tablespoons of bacon fat)
¼ cup onion (chopped)
1 clove garlic (minced)
¾ cup water
2 packets granulated Virta-friendly sweetener of choice (more or less to taste)
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 dash salt (more or less to taste)

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

½ cup

Carbohydrates

Protein

Fat

Calories

112

Beet Greens with Bacon and Caramelized Onion is a vibrant side dish that brings together nutritious beet greens, smoky bacon, and sweet caramelized onions. This low-carb recipe, at just 7 grams of carbs per serving, is perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a meal-prep gem. The combination of apple cider vinegar and crushed red pepper flakes adds a subtle zing, making this dish a unique addition to your low-carb eating plan. It's a great way to enjoy leafy greens while supporting your health goals.

Instructions

Rinse the beet green in a sink filled with cold water. Drain and rinse a second time, then dry on a clean dish towel. Place green on cutting board and remove any particularly woody parts of the stems. Cut remaining stems and leaves into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a large skillet or 3-quart saucepan, cook bacon until lightly browned on medium heat (or heat 1-2 tablespoons of bacon fat). Add onions and beet stems; cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions soften and start to brown. Stir in garlic, cook a minute more.
Add water to the hot pan, stirring to loosen any particles from bottom of pan. Stir in sweetener and red pepper flakes. Bring mixture to a boil.
Add the beet green, gently toss in the onion mixture so the green are well coated. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5-15 minutes until the green are tender. Stir in the vinegar and season with salt. Enjoy!

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