Meet Your Vegetables!

from the Mill City Farmers Market to your table

What’s cookin’? Beets

When is it in season? Summer/Fall

Ingredients

3 beets                                        3T olive oil

1 tomato                                     salt + pepper (to taste)

½  bunch basil                           olive oil

2-3 T balsamic vinegar           Optional: walnuts, garlic, yogurt topping, cheese

Bread slices

Method

Grate the beets with a cheese grater and chop the tomato and basil. Combine in a large bowl along with the vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside to allow the flavors to mingle. Meanwhile, brush the bread slices with olive oil and toast until golden brown. Spoon the beet mixture onto the bread generously and drizzle the remaining juices on top.