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OK.. Let's be real...You either like beets or you don't, there is not much in-between about these vibrantly colored beauties. Knowing a little more about the benefits may help you to try them again...
BENEFITS:
BENEFITS:
- Good for your heart
- Reduce inflammation
- Aid in digestive health
- Brain function increased
- Immunity booster
- Liver health
- Cancer fighting properties
- Lowers risk of heart disease
- Eye health
There are many ways to eat them... my favorite and probably the easiest would be just plain ole roasting. It's pretty hard to BEET, hot out of the oven roasted goodness. You can also eat them RAW, STEAMED, PICKLED, KVASS (fermented beet juice), and the list goes on.
It's hard to believe that beets, jam-packed with so many benefits, also carry some downsides. They are high in oxalates and relatively high in natural sugar so watch your blood sugar. Oh, and remember beets are vibrant red in color, this doesn't go away once you eat them, so don't panic the next day :) do you get my drift?
Quick & easy roasting
1. Pre-Heat: Heat your oven to 400°F
2. Prepare: Trim the leafy tops and scrub the beets thoroughly (we will cover those super nutritious leafy tops in another FTH..I won't push it.. :) Sprinkle with Olive Oil and salt and pepper, then loosely wrap in aluminum foil. Size matters, Try to make all your beets equal in size.. (cut large beets in half)
3. Roast: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to catch drips and roast beets for 50-60 minutes. They are done when a fork or skewer slides easily to the center.
4. Peel: Let cool. The skins will wipe right off using a paper towel
This is an amazing make ahead vegetable - Store in the refrigerator for up to a week after roasting.. you can even freeze them!
Oh, another tip...Don't wear white while preparing, roasting, peeling, storing, eating, etc.. I'm sure you get the point.. lol
ENJOY..!!
Kevin Rutherford
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