Beets without the Roasting Hassle

Beets are a delicious vegetable packed with vitamin C and betaine which helps promote heart health in addition to fighting the common cold. So why not eat a lot of them? Although I love their flavor, I often avoid eating beets because of the time it takes to roast and peel them before they can be added to a recipe.  While I was shopping at Trader Joe’s I came across their cooked “Steamed and Peeled Baby Beets.” These beets are easy to slice up and toss in a salad. Problem solved, I can have my beets without the preparation hassle. Below is a recipe made exclusively with Trader Joe’s ingredients. 

Ingredients:
1 box Trader Joe’s Steamed and Peeled Baby Beets
1 bag Trader Joe's Arugula
1 Trader Joe's English Cucumber
Trader Joe's Olive Oil
Trader Joe's Balsamic Vinegar
Salt and Pepper to taste

Tools:
Cutting board
Knife
Serving bowl

Directions:
Slice beets and cucumbers into 1/8 inch slices
Arrange over a bed of arugula
Drizzle lightly with olive oil and balsamic vinegar
Use salt and pepper if desired

Hopefully, you're inspired to try this simple and delicious recipe!!! Please feel free to leave any comments or feedback.  Happy beet tasting!

Until next time,

Kathryn Shanahan