Beetroot – Orange
1 kg is approximately 5 beetroot.
Selection: Should be firm with some top still on. Try baby beets.
Preparation: Rinse; trim top but leave some on if boiling whole to slice with salad. Outer skin will slide off easily when cool.
Good for You: And Tastes So Good: Steam and dress; stir fry; make a raw salad; turn into soup. Try roasting; separate from other veg. to stop any colour transfer – so sweet!
Storage: Rinse and store in plastic bag in fridge.