Beet Greens with Walnuts - Charkhlis Potlis Pkhali (Red Pkhali)

walnuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds provide a nutty flavor with lower cost.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds freshness while being a common substitute.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers similar nutrients and is often cheaper.

Boil beet greens or red swiss chard in salted water until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Drain greens and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

Squeeze out excess water from greens and chop finely.

Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Allow walnuts to cool, then chop coarsely.

Mix chopped greens, walnuts, minced garlic, and finely chopped onion in a bowl.

Add vinegar, ground coriander, Khmeli-Suneli spice blend, cayenne pepper, and chopped cilantro to the mixture.

Stir until well combined and adjust seasoning to taste.

Garnish with pomegranate seeds and parsley before serving.

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