Beetroot

[rosie-2015]

Beetroot

Hi everyone does anyone have any information on beetroot, i would like to add it to my meals, i love the taste but5would like to know the pros and cons. I hope you're all having a nice evening😉 Rosie

[Hidden]

Here you go Rosie...

webmd.boots.com/healthy-eat...

[rosie-2015 in reply to Hidden]

What a great link it's really informative thanks jimtom i'll definitely be using beetroot in my diet but i'll be wary of the calcium 😞👍Rosie

[Hidden in reply to rosie-2015]

Any time Rosie

[rosie-2015]

Thanks for getting back to me, i don't think i'll be having it in large quantities or often Rosie

[Zest]

Hi Rosie,

There's also a good write-up about beetroot here, as well as some details of a few recipes to try at the end of the article:

bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide...

I really enjoy pickled beetroot in salads, I think it tastes really good that way.

Hope you're enjoying your evening.

Zest

[rosie-2015 in reply to Zest]

Hi zest i had a look at the link it's really interesting i had ham and beetroot tonight and i like the thought of the sardines and toast with beetroot I'm not sure about the mackerel but i will try it.i hope you enjoy your special meal tomorrow 😉xx Rosie

[Zest in reply to rosie-2015]

Thanks Rosie, hope you have a lovely Valentine's Day tomorrow too. I agree with you that sardines and toast with beetroot sounds really delicious! I hope you like the mackerel when you try it - I think it's a very tasty fish - might get some later this week. xx

[Rachmaninov2 in reply to Zest]

I like mackerel with beetroot and horseradish sauce. I think it goes well with gooseberry sauce too. 🙂

[Zest in reply to Rachmaninov2]

Yes, that sounds like a delicious combination. I must try that!

[deejames]

Beetroot soup- vegetable soup with the beetroot grated in at the end to retain the colour. In salads with goats cheese and walnuts. There are loads of recipes online.

Dee

[rosie-2015]

Thanks for getting back to me Dee i appreciate it i will definitely be using it in my diet 😊Rosie

[BadHare]

It's good for you!

I have used it instead of carrots in cake, also in a gluten free red velvet torte.

It's nice in parsnip soup with lentils, & a bramley apple added to stop the taste overpowering the other ingredients.

[rosie-2015 in reply to BadHare]

Thanks Leverette I'm glad i posted now, I've got a lot of good recipe ideas and i am pleased to hear how healthy it is 😉

[fan2queen]

lovebeetroot.co.uk/all-abou...

[Ninn]

I wash and grate small beetroot into salads and cooked veg. I believe it loses some of the nutrients responsible for lowering cholesterol and blood pressure when cooked. It is also delicious roasted. There are lots of lovely recipes online, see bbc good food for lots of info on its health benefits and recipe ideas.

[Annde70]

I dare not say anything

[Annde70]

I don't know why it is but you always make it sound like you have the only right answer and many of the 'facts' you give are disputed by nutritionist and scientist. By all means offer guidance but don't please make it sound that you have all the answers. Sorry if this sounds offensive but I have had this discussion with you before. I don't intend to get into a debate about it, this is just how you come across to me.

[Hidden in reply to Annde70]

Is this you not daring to say anything? Lol

[Annde70 in reply to Hidden]

Yep! Lol

[Hidden in reply to Annde70]

You are good at it lol

[Hidden]

People with certain conditions have to be careful when taking beetroot, pregnant women, people with Wilsons disease etc, it can also lead to kidney stones if you use to much if it. There are a other conditions that don't go well with beetroot but in general it is healthy to consume.

[rosie-2015 in reply to Hidden]

Hi jimtom i read the link you gave me and it was very informative especially about the kidney stones that's why i said i wouldn't be over doing it lol i appreciate all the information i get including concerned's

[Hidden in reply to rosie-2015]

Just research everything you read on here to keep yourself right and you will be fine ☺

[rosie-2015 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks jimtom i got 2.great links very informative one from you and one from zest i looked carefully at both i hope you're enjoying your day

[Hidden in reply to rosie-2015]

Anything time rosie.

Was enjoying my day but now it's housework time so the fun has ended lol 😁