Beets with basil

SERVES 2-3

Beets contain vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, magnesium, phosphorous and lower amounts of the following: calcium, iron, thiamine, ribflavin, vitamin B6, copper and selenium. [1]

They are really good for liver and blood health. They have been shown to reduce blood pressure and diabetes and support digestion. [1]

DOSHAS

Vata - Good for vata. Can add goat cheese.

Pitta - Good for pitta. Can add goat cheese.

Kapha - Good for kapha in moderation. Can add fresh ginger to support digestion.

INGREDIENTS

2 smaller beets or 1 large beet
Drizzle of olive oil
Half lime
Salt and pepper to taste
3 leaves of fresh basil

DIRECTIONS

Cook the beets. Either A) on the stove. Put a suacepan with 4 cups of water on the stove and bring to a boil. In the meantime, use a peeler to peel the beet and then chop into bite size pieces. Add to the boiling water and boil for 6-8 minutes or until soft when tested with a knife or a fork. B) Roast in the oven. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Rinse/scrub the beet, chop the ends off and wrap in foil. You can drizzle a little bit of oil and then close the foil. Add to the oven and let bake for one hour or until soft when tested with a knife. Once cooked, gently remove the skin and chop into bite size pieces.
Add cooked beet into a mixing bowl. Drizzle olive oil and squeeze lime on top. Salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped basil. Enjoy!

[1] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/277432