Beets

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  • Photo of freshly pulled beets and one sliced in half.

PURCHASE

Choose firm beets with smooth skin. Make sure leaves are not wilted if still attached. The smaller the beet the more tender it will be.

    KEEP

    Beets can be stored in a plastic bag for up to three weeks in the refrigerator.  

      PREPARE

      Rinse beets and leaves under cool water prior to eating or using in a recipe. If leaves are still attached to the beet, remove them leaving an inch of the stem.

        RECIPE

        Red Beet and Apple Salad

        1 large red beet or 2 small red beets

        4 apples

        1 tablespoon lemon juice

        1 tablespoon honey

        Salt to taste

        1. Wash the beet and peel if desired. (If you peel the beet it will taste less earthy.)
        2. Grate the beet and the apples into a large bowl.
        3. For the dressing, mix the lemon juice, honey and salt.
        4. Pour the dressing over the grated beet and apples. Mix well.


        Serve chilled.

        View this recipe and more information at USDA's Seasonal Produce Guide - beets.