Health Hotline Magazine | September 2020

ORGANIC CITRUSY BEET SALAD

INGREDIENTS 6 medium organic beets, scrubbed clean 4 tablespoons Natural Grocers Brand Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3 tablespoons Natural Grocers Brand Organic Apple Cider Vinegar 1 teaspoon fresh organic grated ginger ½ teaspoon zest and 1 tablespoon juice from one small organic orange ½ teaspoon organic lemon zest ¼ teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Cayenne Pepper ¼ teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Ground Cinnamon Pinch of Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Real Salt 1 head of green leaf, romaine, or butter lettuce Optional toppings: Goat cheese or vegan cheese crumbles, toasted pine nuts, slivered almonds, extra lemon/orange zest

Roasted beets are surprisingly sweet and delicious. Paired with a bright citrus dressing with a kick, this salad is wonderful any time of year. For a fun splash of color, try using a variety of fresh beets such as red, golden, and the curiously striped chioga. COOKING TIME: 1 HOUR | TOTAL TIME: 3+ HOURS | SERVES: 4 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 425° F. Place beets on a baking sheet and roast for about an hour, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Peel the beets once cool enough to handle; cut off tops and bottoms, then slice.

2. Whisk remaining ingredients (through salt) in a bowl, gently toss with the beets, and refrigerate for several hours. Serve over a bed of lettuce topped with goat cheese and nuts if desired.

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