Beets
Nutrition Information:
Beets are packed with nutrients and vitamins essential to your health, and they’re delicious! These crispy, sweet roots are a great way to stay healthy, whether eaten cooked or raw. Beets are a great source of fiber, Vitamins C and B6, as well as Iron, Potassium, and Magnesium.
Storage Tips:
Store your beets in the crisper drawer, unwashed until you are ready to use them. Chop off the stems and store these in the fridge for up to three days. To freeze beets, boil them for about 30 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath. Once cool, peel off skin and cut into uniform pieces. Place in a freezer bag and store for up to a year. Pickling beets is another delicious way to store them.
Uses:
Oven roasted beets are always an easy go-to for a dinner side, but beets are delicious in many ways. Use them raw in salads, blend into soups, smoothies, or hummus. Beets are sweet and make a great pair with apples or goat cheese. Just be cautious while cooking, as the red beets can stain cookware, clothes, and even hands pink!
Recipe Ideas:
This recipe from skinnytaste.com for Raw Beet Salad with Apples and Carrots is delicious!
This Roasted Beet Hummus from minimalistbaker.com is a tasty, colorful snack.
Craving something juicy? This Beet Juice from cleaneatingkitchen.com can be made with a juicer or a blender.
Beets are wonderful cooked, too. Try this Perfect Roasted Beets recipe from cookieandkate.com.