PEAK SEASON  Mid-Summer to Fall

PREP  Use vegetable peeler or cook whole for easier peeling by hand 

STORE  Fresh beet bulbs should be stored in a bag in the refrigerator for 7-10 days. Use leaves within 2 days.

Cooking Methods

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GRILL  

high heat  | Peel, slice thin, brush with oil, and cook until until browned and tender

WHOLE ROASTED  

425°F oven | Roast whole beets for 45-90 mins until tender 

BOIL   

boil whole for 45 mins to 1 hour OR slice and boil for 15-20 mins  

STEAM  

retain the most nutrients by using a steamer basket for 30-45 mins

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Complimentary Ingredients

Ingredients in bold are the most commonly paired with beets

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HERBS  

beet greens, basil, chives, chervil, dill, mint, parsley, rosemary, tarragon

PRODUCE 

apple, avocado, endive, fennel, garlic, onion, pear, potato, shallot, 

ACID 

balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, orange juice, orange zest

SPICE 

black pepper, dijon mustard, horseradish, ginger, caraway, cumin, coriander 

SWEET

‍honey, brown sugar, maple syrup

FAT  

butter, cheese (goat, gorgonzola), creme fraiche, olive oil, yogurt, sour cream

TEXTURE 

pistachios, walnuts, hazelnuts

Common Flavor Combinations

beets + chives + orange + tarragon

beets + citrus + goat cheese + pistachios

beets + dill + sour cream

beets + mint + yogurt

beets + shallots + vinegar + walnuts