Inspiration for using beetroot

Beetroot is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, both sweet and savoury. Some popular dishes that use beetroot include:

1. Beetroot salad: Grated or sliced beetroot can be mixed with other ingredients such as lettuce, feta cheese, and a vinaigrette dressing.

2. Beetroot soup: Beetroot can be blended with broth and spices to make a creamy and delicious soup.

3. Beetroot risotto: Beetroot can be diced and added to a classic risotto recipe for a unique twist on the traditional dish.

4. Beetroot hummus: Beetroot can be blended with chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and spices to make a flavourful and healthy dip.

5. Beetroot and goat cheese tart: Beetroot can be thinly sliced and layered on top of a pastry crust with goat cheese and other ingredients for a delicious savoury tart.

6. Beetroot and chocolate cake: Beetroot can be used as an ingredient for a moist and rich chocolate cake, adding a unique earthy note.

7. Beetroot juice: Beetroot can also be juiced and consumed as a drink. Beetroot juice is believed to have many health benefits such as lower blood pressure, improved endurance and anti-inflammatory properties.

Beetroot is also a very colourful ingredient, and can be used as a natural food colouring in many recipes.

When they're in season you can buy beetroot online with Fresh Farm Deliveries. We deliver to Halifax, Todmorden, Littleborough, Hebden Bridge, Haworth and surrounding areas (BD13-23, HX and OL14-15 postcodes).