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Gluten-Free Keto Beet Greens and Poached Eggs

Morning meal

Beet Greens and Poached Eggs

breakfastGluten-FreeKetoNut-Free

Ingredients

  • eggs2 large
  • vinegar1 tablespoon
  • water2 servings
  • coconut oil1 tablespoon
  • leek0.5 cup
  • baby beet greens4 cups
  • garlic2 cloves
  • juice of lemon0.25
  • parmesan cheese2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat a small skillet over medium low heat with 2 of water until small bubble start to rise.

  2. 2

    Add a pinch of salt and vinegar.

  3. 3

    Gently crack eggs into the water, slowly sliding them into the water.

  4. 4

    Cover and allow to simmer for 8 10 minutes until white is set and yolks are still runny.

  5. 5

    For this dish you want a runny yolk.

  6. 6

    Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat with coconut oil.

  7. 7

    Add leeks and sliced beets.

  8. 8

    Cook for 5 8 minutes until beets and leeks are tender.

  9. 9

    Add garlic and chopped baby beet greens.

  10. 10

    Cook for two minutes stirring often, then remove from heat and continue to stir until beet greens lightly wilt.

  11. 11

    Add a splash of lemon juice.

  12. 12

    Split greens among two plates and top each plate with a poached egg and a tablespoon of Parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition (per serving · serves 2)

186calories
10gProtein
8gCarbs
13gFat
Saturated Fat8g
Fiber3g
Sugar2g
Sodium340mg
Cholesterol189mg

Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.