soconnor12 Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Hi all, In an effort to eat a greater diversity of vegetables this week, I picked up some beets last night from my local supermarket (6 medium sized). I've never made beets before so this will be a first for me! What's everyone's favourite way to prepare them? I saw a delicious looking recipe on Nom Nom Paleo but am looking for other ideas as well. Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 I love roasting them and then peeling them and cutting into wedges when cooled. Then I sprinkle with sea salt, fresh ground pepper and a little balsamic or coconut vinegar. Or...toss in a pan with some ghee and heat them back up. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. You can also peel them with a vegetable peeler and then cut into wedges or leave whole before roasting. Yummy any way you go with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roz Griffiths Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 I've discovered beet kvass - peel & roughly chop 1 large or 2 medium beets, put in a 2 quart mason jar, add 1tsp sea salt & top up with water. Cover with cheesecloth & leave at room temperature for 2-3 days, then strain the liquid & drink. The first time i tried it, it was horrible, but it kinda grows on you (& it's definitely better after a day or so in the fridge!). Full of good bacteria, a nice change of pace from sauerkraut & loads less hassle to make than kombucha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted September 9, 2013 Moderators Share Posted September 9, 2013 http://www.wholelifeeating.com/2011/11/boiled-beets-and-wilted-greens-with-bratwurst-and-mustard/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bet Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Roasting is best, it brings out the sweetness. I did make beet chips yesterday, but they weren't that good. The Sweet Potato chips were better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amberino21 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I love raw beetroot in salads - no prep necessary! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leez72 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I'm with Amberino21, the best way is raw with my daily salad. I love the crunch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpinSpin Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Roasted is the way I love them best, tossed with some ghee and orange zest and a touch of salt--sooo good!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delaine Ross Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 I agree with all the roasted fans. My (vegan- *sigh) friend shared this beet/coconut soup recipe with me this week and I can't wait to make it: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Beet-Ginger-and-Coconut-Milk-Soup-51188420 The plan is to use full fat coconut milk and leave out the julienned canned beet garnish (and of course not serve it with bread.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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