9. Easy beet greens recipe
With a distinct and delicious taste, beetroot leaves have vitamin and mineral content. These leaves, with a good folate and vitamin A content, may prevent neural tube defects and facilitate healthy fetal growth.
You will need:
2 bunches of beetroot leaves
1tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves
½ tsp red pepper flakes
Black pepper powder for taste
Salt for taste
2 lemons
How to make:
Boil salt water in a large pot. Add beetroot leaves and cook until tender, for two minutes.
Drain the water and put the leaves in cold water. Once the leaves turn cold, remove them from the water and chop coarsely.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for one minute and add greens.
Top with salt and pepper. Stir until hot and remove from flame.
Eat with lemon wedges.
10. Raw beet salad
Beetroot salad makes a healthy snack or starter that is also super delicious.
You will need:
1lb beets (grated)
2tbsp balsamic vinegar
1tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
1 garlic clove, minced
2tsp Dijon mustard
¼ tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp black pepper powder
How to make:
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and toss.
Adjust the seasoning to suit your tastes.
Serve fresh