Delicious And Healthy: Salad With Beetroot

Salad recipes with beetroot are particularly original; among other things because of the intense color. This salad recipe is quick, easy, and packed with nutrients.

The beetroot not only tastes delicious, it is also very healthy. The tuber is characterized in particular by its characteristic color and the slightly earthy, sweet taste. These vegetables can be prepared in many ways. In today’s post you will find a recipe for a beetroot salad.

Prepare this salad with  beetroot , you will love it!

Nutrients and Benefits of Beetroot

The red tuber is characterized by a wide variety of nutrients and health benefits:

• It is low in calories. Although it’s very sweet, it only contains 43 calories per serving. For this reason, this vegetable is perfect in any weight loss diet.
• The beetroot contains very small amounts of fat and cholesterol. It therefore does not pose a risk to cardiovascular health.

• It supplies the amino acid betaine, which protects against stomach and colon cancer.
• In addition, the tuber is rich in fiber and has a positive effect on intestinal health.
• It supplies the body with magnesium, which helps strengthen bones, veins, muscles and the immune system. This also regulates blood sugar levels.
• Beetroot is also rich in potassium, which is important for muscles and improves heart activity.
• It also provides vitamin C, folic acid, and magnesium. These nutrients have a positive effect on the structure of RNA (ribonucleic acid) and ADN (deoxyribonucleic acid). At the same time, anemia can be prevented.

The valuable nutrients in beetroot have an antioxidant effect. They are therefore also recommended for prevention against cancer, heart and eye diseases.

What you have to consider when buying beetroot

To make sure that the beetroot is fresh and really contains the nutrients mentioned, you should pay attention to the following features when buying:

• The tubers must be firm to the touch. If they are soft, they are not fresh or they may not have been stored properly.
• You should choose tubers that have a slightly shiny surface. If they look very dull, you’d better not buy them as this is a sign of poor storage.
• Grow a beetroot with an intense color and light green leaves. The longer the vegetables are stored, the paler the color.

Salad with beetroot, apple and orange

This delicious recipe contains ingredients that, together with the beetroot, create a harmonious combination of flavors. Your guests will also enjoy the sweet taste!

The following information is intended for approximately eight people:

ingredients

• 1 turnip (40 g)
• 1 clove
• 3 apples (60 g)
• 2 oranges (50 g)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 medium head of lettuce (40 g)
• 50 grams of brown sugar
• 1/2 cup dried fruit (100 g)
• 3 teaspoons of olive oil (30 ml)
• 3 bulbs of beetroot (80 g)
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (30 ml)

preparation

1. Boil the unpeeled tubers together with the sugar and the clove in water for about 40 minutes. When the beets are cooked, remove them from the water and peel them. Cut into 1 centimeter cubes. Save the water.
2. Cut the lettuce into small pieces and wash it well. Then spin carefully.
3. Peel the oranges and remove the stones. Divide into individual segments and cut them in half.
4. Cut the turnip into pieces about 1 centimeter in size.
5. Peel the apples and cut into pieces. The apple pieces must be used as soon as possible, otherwise they will turn brown.
6. Mix a dressing from olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
7. Mix all ingredients and pour the dressing over it with a few spoons of cooking water.

Good Appetite!