Beet greens, stems and leaves, although usually discarded, are in fact quite healthy, sweet, and delicious when cooked in simple ways. There are a couple of different ways of cooking Beet Greens in Turkish cuisine. The following recipe is a simple one rice and olive oil.
When you buy beets and use them to pickle or for salads and risottos, do not discard the greens.
When you buy beets and use them to pickle or for salads and risottos, do not discard the greens.