Whenever I find myself in a cooking rut, I turn to beet recipes.
Speaking of which: Red beets, with their eye-catching signature hue, are the most common kind.
And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
David Frenkiel and Luise Vindahl Andersen viaGreen Kitchen Stories
Golden beets look pretty with the spinach, but so would red or striped.
The recipe opts for whole wheat fettuccine, but any kind of long pasta will do.
No Bake Mango Beet Cream PiefromVegan Richa
This original tart-for-two (or one!)
A mandolin is ideal for this recipe; if you dont have one, stick with your sharpest knife.
Steaming under high pressure for 15 minutes results in perfectly soft beets.
And their thick skin will rub off easily, so no need to peel beforehand.
Beetroot ParathafromVegan Richa
Indian flatbread gets a pastel pink boost from beets in this recipe.
Start checking on them after 15 minutes so they dont burnyou want them crispy and just golden-brown.
Youll toss them with watermelon radish, cucumber, honeydew melon, and a simple vinaigrette.
Vegan Strawberry Beet CupcakesfromMinimalist Baker
Hot pink cupcakes, hell yeah.
Roasted and pureed beets add natural coloring and a bit of moisture to the batter of these pretty cupcakes.
Save a tablespoon of the beet puree for the vegan buttercream if you want matching pink frosting.
Easy Beet FalafelfromMinimalist Baker
you’re free to pan-fry or bake these colorful falafel.
Top with tahini and enjoy in a pita or salad.
Taste-wise, theyre a little less earthy and more mild than red beets.
This recipe mixes it up with the easy addition of canned beets, including the juice.
Beet SoupfromMy Forking Life
This no-nonsense recipe results in a simple and hearty soup.
And thanks to the beets, they also mimic the color of the real deal.
Sneaky Beet BrowniesfromFit Foodie Finds
The beet puree that this brownie recipe calls for is surprisingly versatile.
Try adding any you have leftover to yogurt parfaits or bowls of oatmeal.
Oven-Baked Beet ChipsfromA Spicy Perspective
Chips are more fun to eat when they’re super colorful.
This basic recipe does a great job of recreating your favorite store-bought brad ofroot veggie chips.
Arugula freshens things up and adds a spicy bite.
Chocolate Beet DonutsfromBakerita
Beets make two appearances in this recipe.
They make the dough nice and tender and serve as a natural food coloring for the frosting.
Pickled BeetsfromSimply Recipes
The best way to enjoy peak in-season beets all year?
Stocking up on them during the winter and pickling big mason jars full of them for later.
Garnish with pomegranate arils for even more red!
It will taste great on hot dogs or with BBQ.
This fibrous treat is sweet enough to work for dessert and filling enough to work for breakfast.
These guys are sweet, salty, and delicious with a creamy cashew-based dip.
Marinated Beets with Potatoes and HorseradishfromBon Appetit
Beets and potatoes are a natural but underused pairing.
