5 Delicious & Nutritious Beet Recipes, Side Dishes to Healthy Snacks!

Kapanlagi.com - Beetroot is known as a purple-red tuber that is rich in nutrients. Its content of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants is very good for body health. Additionally, beetroot can help lower cholesterol and maintain heart health.

Many people only know beetroot as an ingredient for juice or salad. In fact, this tuber can be processed into various delicious and healthy dishes. From sweet foods to mouth-watering side dishes, everything can be made from beetroot.

Here are five beet-based recipes that you can try at home. These recipes are not only delicious but also easy to make. Let's dive into the steps of making them!

1. Beetroot Klepon

Beetroot Klepon (credit: Cookpad/Crekinagara)

Klepon is a traditional Indonesian snack famous for its melting brown sugar filling. Using beetroot as the main ingredient makes this klepon not only visually appealing but also healthier. It retains a chewy and sweet taste, with the enticing aroma of grated coconut.

Ingredients:

• 200 grams of beetroot
• 200 grams of glutinous rice flour
• 50 grams of rice flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 packet of vanilla
• 1/2 grated coconut (steamed with ¼ tsp salt)
• Brown sugar to taste (for filling)

How to Make:

1. Steam the beetroot, then blend with 150 ml of water until smooth.
2. Mix glutinous rice flour, rice flour, salt, vanilla, and beetroot juice gradually until the dough can be kneaded.
3. Take a small amount of dough, flatten it, fill it with brown sugar, then shape it back into a ball.
4. Boil in boiling water until they float, then remove and drain.
5. Roll the klepon in grated coconut before serving.

2. Beetroot Chicken Soup

Beetroot Chicken Soup (credit: Cookpad/Beth Kitchen)

Chicken soup with added beetroot gives a unique taste and is rich in nutrients. The broth is fresh with a natural red color from the beetroot. Beetroot also adds a natural sweetness to the soup. It is perfect to enjoy as a healthy lunch or dinner menu. The recipe is easy to make and the ingredients are readily available. This beetroot chicken soup is also low in fat and high in antioxidants.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken (cut into small pieces)
• 2 beetroots (cut as desired)
• 2000 ml water
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• Sugar to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil the chicken until it boils and remove the foam to keep the broth clear.
2. Add the chopped beetroot to the chicken broth.
3. Add salt, soy sauce, and a little sugar for balance in flavor.
4. Cook until the chicken is tender and the beetroot releases its characteristic red color.
5. Serve warm with white rice or other accompaniments.

3. Beetroot Donuts

Beetroot Donut (credit: Cookpad/MamahCookpad)

Donuts made from beetroot provide a soft texture with a natural pink color. They have a sweet and slightly earthy taste, making them suitable for a healthy family snack. The process of making them is relatively easy. The antioxidant content in beetroot is also beneficial for health. These beetroot donuts are a great choice for a healthy afternoon snack.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• 50 grams of margarine
• A pinch of salt
• 1 beetroot (boiled & mashed)

How to Make:

1. Combine the flour, yeast, and sugar in a bowl.
2. Add the beetroot juice gradually while kneading until smooth.
3. Add the margarine and salt, knead again until elastic.
4. Let it rest for 30 minutes until the dough rises.
5. Shape the donuts as desired, then let them rest for another 30 minutes.
6. Fry in hot oil over low heat until cooked.

4. Beetroot Pudding

Beetroot Pudding (credit: Cookpad/Dian Ayu AP)

Beetroot pudding is a refreshing and healthy dessert. Its texture is smooth and its color is beautiful, making it suitable for both children and adults. Its slightly sweet and earthy flavor is very unique. This pudding is also rich in antioxidants. As a dessert, beet pudding offers additional nutrition.

Ingredients:

• 1 beetroot (mashed)
• 1 packet of plain agar-agar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp rose-flavored marjan syrup
• 1 cup UHT milk

How to Make:

1. Boil 3 glasses of water and beetroot juice until it boils.
2. Add milk, agar-agar, sugar, and marjan syrup.
3. Stir well and cook until the mixture boils perfectly.
4. Pour the mixture into molds and let it cool until it hardens.
5. Serve as a healthy and delicious dessert.

5. Stir-fried Sausage Tofu Beetroot

Stir-Fried Sausage Tofu Beet (credit: Cookpad/Ita Subekti)

This stir-fry combines sausage and tofu with nutritious beetroot. The beetroot adds an attractive color and extra nutrition to the dish. The crispy texture of the tofu perfectly complements the tenderness of the sausage. This dish is suitable as a healthy side for everyday meals. The cooking process is simple and quick.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 onion (chopped)
• Beetroot as needed (cut into pieces)
• 3 blocks of white tofu (cut into pieces)
• Sausage as needed (cut to taste)
• Oyster sauce as needed
• Powdered broth and palm sugar as needed
• Water as needed

How to Make:

1. Sauté the onion in a little oil until fragrant.
2. Add the beetroot pieces and a little water, then cook until tender.
3. Add the tofu and sausage, stir well.
4. Add oyster sauce, powdered broth, and palm sugar to taste.
5. Cook until all ingredients are cooked and the spices are absorbed, then serve.

Those are some recipes for processing beetroot. So, beetroot can be processed not only into juice or salad but also into various other delicious dishes. By processing beetroot into foods like klepon, chicken soup, donuts, pudding, and stir-fries, you can enjoy its health benefits in a more varied way.

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