Beet Green (Noun)
Meaning
Young leaves of the beetroot.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Eating a handful of beet greens can be beneficial for health due to their rich nutrient content.
- Beet greens were widely used in ancient Greece and Rome as a leafy green vegetable.
- The summer salad consisted of cherry tomatoes, feta cheese and a handful of wilted beet greens.
- Research suggests that the nutrient-dense beet greens surpass the nutritional value of beetroot in several aspects.
- Pickled beet greens may be used as a spicy accompaniment to cold dishes or added to burgers and sandwiches.