Beautiful Beetroot
Beetroot is one of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen as it can be used right across the menu; soups, starters, mains, puddings, cakes, and even drinks can use beetroot to add great flavour, texture and, of course, colour.
Packed with essential nutrients, beetroots are a great source of fibre, B9, manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C. Beetroots and beetroot juice have been associated with numerous health benefits, including improved blood flow, lower blood pressure, and increased exercise performance.
Sourced from local farms they are a fantastic seasonal product that is really versatile to cook with. Beetroots are delicious raw but more frequently are cooked or pickled. Their leaves known as beet greens can also be eaten. We sell traditional red beet, candy stripe and golden beetroot.
5 Fun facts:
Source: www.thespruceeats.com
- It’s a Hangover Cure
Betacyanin in beetroot could be the key to beating your hangover. Betacyanin speeds up detoxification in your liver, which enables your body to turn the alcohol into a less harmful substance that can be excreted quicker than normal.
- It’s an Aphrodisiac
One of the earliest known benefits of beetroot is its use as an aphrodisiac during Roman times (maybe that’s why The Lupanare, the official brothel of Pompeii, which still stands, has its walls adorned with pictures of beetroots).
- It Makes You Feel Better
Beetroot also contains betaine, a substance that relaxes the mind and is used in other forms to treat depression. It also contains tryptophan, which is also found in chocolate and contributes to a sense of well-being.
- It Gives You a Sugar Rush
Beetroot has one of the highest sugar contents of any vegetable. Up to 10 percent of beetroot is sugar, but it is released slowly into the body, rather than the sudden rush that results from eating chocolate.
- It Can Be Made Into a Wine
Bottoms up! Beetroot can be made into a wine that tastes similar to Port.
Here are some delicious recipes for you to try. See also our pinterest board
Goat’s Cheese & Beetroot Citrus Salad
Time: 50 mins
Serves 6
Use a mandoline for the beetroot and vegetables in this salad if you have one. If not, you may want to slice the beets into matchsticks to get them thin enough to soak up the pickle.
Source: Olive Magazine, find the recipe here
Chocolate Beetroot Cake
Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Serves 10
Beetroot adds earthiness and a deep-purple hue to this chocolate bake, best served with a great big dollop of crème fraîche.
Source: Olive Magazine, find the recipe here
Beetroot Rosti with Green Yogurt & Smoked Salmon
Prep time: 50 mins
Cook time: 40 mins + draining
Serves 4
Enjoy these colourful beetroot rostis with smoked salmon, poached eggs and herb yogurt. They make a fabulous weekend brunch, lunch or supper.
Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
Zesty Beetroot with Watercress
Prep time: 5 mins
Serves 6
Add a splash of vibrant colour to a midweek meal with this unusual side salad.
Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
Beetroot & Fennel Coleslaw
Prep time: 15 mins
Serves 6
This side dish uses pre-cooked beetroot to save time.
Source: Good House Keeping, find the recipe here
