When is beetroot in season?
British beetroot is in season between June and March, and at its best from July to January.
Why we love beetroot
Earthy, rich and sweet, despite its deep red colour and bulbous shape, beetroot is related to spinach and chard, and is just as nutritious.
Beetroots usually come in three main varieties: red, candy and yellow, and will vary in size. Look out for beetroots with their stems and leaves still attached – you can use the stems and leaves like you would chard, and it is also a good indicator of the beetroot's freshness. Healthy leaves equals healthy beets.
More like this
Health benefits of beetroot
Beetroot is believed to have anti-cancer properties. It's high in nitrates, which improve blood flow and may lower blood pressure. It's also high in fibre, so contributes to a healthy, happy gut.
Best beetroot recipes
Beetroot brownies
Beetroot brings an earthy depth of flavour to these brownies and creates a squidgy texture – they’re even better the day after baking along with a cup of tea.
Give our sweet potato brownies and courgette and coconut layer cake a go.
Beetroot and carrot salad
This vibrant salad of beetroot, freekeh and spring onion is packed with colour and texture – it makes for an impressive starter or side dish and is really simple to put together.
Then try our vegan coronation tofu salad.
Roast beetroot soup with caramelised onion and blue cheese toasts
Get your festive feast off to a vibrant start with our creamy beetroot soup topped with crunchy, cheesy mini sourdough toasts.
Make one of our best soup recipes.
Goat’s cheese and beetroot citrus salad
Brighten up your day with this colourful beetroot salad bursting with citrusy flavours and creamy goat's cheese.
Or try watermelon salad.
Beetroot tarte tatin
Earthy beetroot adds colour and depth in this tarte tatin, a perfect Christmas dinner main for veggies and vegans alike.
Keep it sweet with apple tart tatin.
Chocolate beetroot cake
Beetroot adds earthiness and a deep-purple hue to this chocolate bake, best served with a great big dollop of crème fraîche.
Make our courgette and lime cake.
Borscht
This classic Eastern European beetroot soup mirrors the Italian minestrone – what you put in it and why can differ according to season, village and country. Here's our simple winter vegetable version.
Give celery soup a go.
Beetroot and horseradish beef burger
Pan-fried, homemade beef patties topped with oozy cheddar and a simple beetroot relish make for a quick midweek meal.
Next, try our filling falafel burger.
Beetroot tartare and ricotta toasts
Roasted beetroot is marinated in a mustardy miso sauce and then piled on top of punchy horseradish ricotta for this colourful appetiser.
Tuck into healthy beans on toast.
Roast beetroot and root vegetables and goat's cheese
Earthy beetroot is a great contrast to creamy goat's cheese in this dish. This is a really simple supper that requires very little hands-on time.
Make Italian sausage and veg tray bake.
Beetroot, orange and feta salad
Earthy beetroot and sweet orange pair up beautifully in this simple winter salad that pops all the more with a salty olive vinaigrette and chunks of creamy feta.
Check out our waldorf salad.
Beetroot, apple and ginger juice
Feel refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to go with this vibrant beetroot juice recipe. You only need three ingredients to make it, so it couldn't be simpler.
Try our vegetable smoothie or watermelon juice.
Beetroot risotto
Brighten up your risotto with beetroot for an easy vegetarian meal topped with goat's cheese and walnuts.
For another veggie meal, try our vegetarian lasagne.
Beetroot dip with yogurt and lime
This tangy five-ingredient dip really showcases beetroot's sweet, earthy flavour and vibrant colour. It's ideal served with slices of grilled halloumi, making it a must-try at your next BBQ.
Or make our aioli.
Duck breast with blackberries and beetroot
Blackberries grow all over the UK and can be just as delicious in savoury dishes as sweet. Here, their tart flavour complements the rich meat.
Enjoy our our roast duck breast with potatoes.
Beetroot hummus
Make the most of beetroot in this earthy hummus recipe, ready in 10 minutes for a last-minute entertaining idea.
Smoked mackerel, beet and apple salad
Check out our hearty smoked mackerel salad with crunchy apple and vibrant beetroot. This recipe is packed with flavour and ready in just 40 minutes – an easy midweek meal for the family.
Enjoy masala mackerel.
Whipped feta and beetroot on toast with poached eggs and dukkah
Add an earthy flavour to your weekend brunch with our beetroot on toast. Our vegetarian recipe makes an exotic breakfast or easy midweek meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Next try baked feta pasta.
Winter veg tian
Impress friends and family over the Christmas season with our stunning vegetable tian recipe. We love the look of golden and candy beetroots but if you can’t find them, simply replace with extra purple beetroots, celeriac and swede.
Quick-cured beetroot salmon with beetroot and apple salad
Check out our quick-cured beetroot salmon with a fresh and crunchy beetroot apple salad. This simple recipe is ready in just 20 minutes.
See our ginger salmon parcels with sesame greens.
Baked beetroot falafels
Check out our vibrant baked falafel recipe with beetroot. This easy veggie recipe is simple to make and ready in an hour.
Alternatively, give homemade falafel a go.
BBQ paneer with beetroot, coconut and crispy shallots
This recipe for BBQ paneer with beetroot, coconut and crispy shallots comes from gourmet kebab restaurant Le Bab. It's easy and vegetarian but packed full of flavour.
Serve up paneer curry.
Beetroot borani and halloumi breakfast bowls
Check out our vibrant breakfast bowl with salty pan-fried halloumi, creamy beetroot borani topped with crunchy dukkah. This wholesome recipe comes from food writer John Gregory-Smith.
See our high-protein breakfast recipes.
Sumac salmon with spring fattoush
This nourishing sumac-frilled salmon recipe packs in 10 different plant foods thanks to a vibrant, no-cook fattoush made with beetroot, cucumber, feta and plenty of fresh herbs.
Beetroot Mezcalita
Shake up a mezcalita with some pickled beetroot brine. With a spicy Tajín rim, it's the perfect way to kick off the weekend.
See more mezcal co*cktails.
Beetroot and goat's cheese terrine
Beetroot's vibrant pink makes an eye-catching starter, perfect for a dinner party. The sweet candied walnuts and crispy herb leaves make a lovely contrast to the creamy goat's cheese filling.
Make fig and goat's cheese filo parcels.
Beetroot tagliatelle with kalettes, garlic and cream
In this pasta recipe, beetroot purée turns the pasta dough a glorious dusky pink, as well as adding valuable extra vitamins and fibre. Impress your family and friends with our showstopping beetroot tagliatelle with kalettes, anchovies, walnuts and a creamy lemon parmesan sauce.
Tofu steak with beetroot noodles and dukkah
Make beetroot the star of the show with these vibrant vegetable noodles for a quick and easy dinner. Our tofu recipe is also gluten-free and low in calories.
Make tofu katsu curry.
Spicy beetroot and pak choi with ramen eggs and sriracha
Beetroot gives a depth of colour and earthy flavour in this easy summer meal. Try our low calorie spicy caramelised beetroot salad with marinated ramen eggs, pak choi and sriracha for a healthy dinner.
Make sriracha and lemon spaghetti.
Beetroot, feta and thyme tart
This beetroot, feta and thyme tart is an easy yet impressive summer recipe. The earthy beetroot pairs well with salty feta and fragrant thyme for a veggie dinner.
Use thyme to make our peach and thyme cake.
Falafel, beetroot and hummus grain bowl
Check out this colourful vegan bowl with fragrant falafel, crunchy beets and warm grains. This easy recipe is a simple yet stylish midweek meal for two.
Make a chicken burrito bowl for dinner.
Beetroot and halloumi sliders with chilli jam
These vibrant beetroot burgers make great BBQ snacks. Try our veggie burgers with halloumi cheese for a meat-free feast this summer.
Give air fryer halloumi fries a go.
Sri Lankan beetroot curry
Try this vibrant Sri Lankan beetroot curry for an easy vegan midweek meal. This bright and colourful recipe is packed with plenty of flavour and it's low in calories, too.
Try our vegetarian curry.
Beetroot, caper and dill salad
Use vac-packed cooked beets in this quick and easy vegetable salad. Leave the flavours to mingle then serve with hard-boiled eggs and fresh dill.
Make turmeric fried eggs with kale salad.
Salt-baked beetroot with mozzarella and lemon salsa
Want an easy roast beetroot recipe? Pack beetroot in salt and bake for two hours, then create an easy salad with a simple lemon salsa. An ideal dinner party starter.
See all our starter recipes.
Sausage, beet and red cabbage hotpot
Beetroot gives an earthy flavour and contrasts well with the sweet flavours of this hotpot. It's easy to make and will be a hit with the whole family.
Ginger salmon with overnight beetroot pickles
A great Scandinavian-inspired dinner of salmon with beetroot and dill pickles. The beetroot brightens up this easy midweek supper too.
Enjoy salmon poke bowl.
Beetroot rice with feta
Our vibrant beetroot rice makes for a low-calorie veggie meal for two. Try our easy dinner idea to make the most of the earthy vegetable.
Make baked feta salad.
Quick beetroot chutney
Use up some cooked beetroot with this simple chutney recipe. This is great served on burgers or with grilled salmon or mackerel to cut through the richness.
Or try chilli garlic chutney.
Beetroot, goat’s cheese and candied walnuts
The combination of earthy beetroot, salty goat's cheese and sweet candied walnuts make this stylish starter a real winner – you can find it on the menu at Fenn in London.
Advertisem*nt
Serve it as part of a menu along with their lamb chops with mint sauce potatoes and nutmeg custard tart.
