Sauteed Beet Greens and Herbed Goat Cheese Crostini

Name: Sauteed Beet Greens and Herbed Goat Cheese Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup goat (chevre) cheese softened; 2 tablespoons thyme leaves, fresh, finely chopped; 1 small garlic cloves minced or finely chopped; 1 x black pepper as needed; 1 teaspoon olive oil or other vegetable oil; 2 cloves garlic or as needed, minced; 1 bunch beet greens tough stems removed, and coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste; 1 each bread, french baguette or other crusty bread, sliced, brushed with garlic-olive oil, toasted; 1 x lemon wedges

Servings: persons

1/2 cup goat (chevre) cheese softened
2 tablespoons thyme leaves, fresh, finely chopped
1 small garlic cloves minced or finely chopped
1 x black pepper as needed
1 teaspoon olive oil or other vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic or as needed, minced
1 bunch beet greens tough stems removed, and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 x salt and black pepper to taste
1 each bread, french baguette or other crusty bread, sliced, brushed with garlic-olive oil, toasted
1 x lemon wedges

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To make the herbed goat cheese:
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In a small bowl, mix together the softened goat cheese, thyme, garlic and black pepper to taste until well combined.
3
Set aside.
4
To saute the greens:
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Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet until hot.
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Add the garlic, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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Stir in the beet greens, cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the greens are wilted.
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Add the balsamic vinegar, and cook for another 1 minute.
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Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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To assemble the crostini:
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Spread the goat cheese evenly on each slice of baguette.
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Top with a tablespoon or two sauteed beet greens.
13
Drizzle with some fresh lemon juice from lemon wegdes.
14
Serve and enjoy!

345

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup goat (chevre) cheese softened, 2 tablespoons thyme leaves, fresh, finely chopped, 1 small garlic cloves minced or finely chopped, 1 x black pepper as needed, and more.

Yes, Sauteed Beet Greens and Herbed Goat Cheese Crostini falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!