Beets
What It Is
Section titled “What It Is”Beets are a cool-season root crop grown at Cold Springs Organics in both spring and fall. Deep red (and sometimes golden or striped), they have an earthy-sweet flavour and the greens are edible too — don’t throw them away.
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Section titled “Download the Guide”How to Store It
Section titled “How to Store It”- Remove the greens and store separately — greens wilt fast, roots last.
- Refrigerate roots in a produce bag for up to 3 weeks.
- Beet greens keep 3–5 days.
How to Prep It
Section titled “How to Prep It”Scrub well. For roasting, no need to peel first — the skin slips off easily after cooking. For raw use, peel with a vegetable peeler. Wear gloves if you want to avoid stained hands.
How to Cook It
Section titled “How to Cook It”- Roasted — wrap in foil and roast at 400°F for 45–60 minutes until tender; peel and slice.
- Shredded raw — grate into slaws or grain bowls.
- Beet greens — sauté stems first in oil for 2 minutes, add leaves, wilt with garlic and a splash of vinegar.
Quick Meal Idea
Section titled “Quick Meal Idea”Roasted beet and goat cheese salad — slice roasted beets over greens, crumble goat cheese, top with walnuts and a balsamic drizzle.