Griddled halloumi with beetroot & orange

This simple salad is refreshing and light. It's great with mackerel too

Beetroot hummus with crisp pittas

Think hummus means just chickpeas? Think again – you can make a gorgeous beetroot version

Creamy beetroot curry

Try an original approach to serving thickly sliced beetroot by combining with Madras spices, mustard seeds and green chilli

Beet & caramelised onion tart

A great make-ahead vegetarian main that is much easier than it looks, from Trill Farm in Devon

Zesty beetroot with watercress

Add a splash of vibrant colour to a midweek meal with this unusual side salad

Crunchy feta & mint salad

Perfect for a healthy lunch – add toasted almonds or walnuts for extra crunch

Smoked mackerel & beetroot toast topper

A slice of toasted bread makes for a satisfying supper when topped with fish, herby soured cream and sweet beetroot

Herby lamb burgers with beetroot mayo

Lamb and mint is a classic flavour combination, made even better with contrasting beetroot relish

Red cabbage, beetroot & apple salad

This salad of shredded vegetables dotted with apple is a vibrant and healthier alternative to coleslaw

Smoked mackerel with herb & beet couscous

Packed full of good stuff, this salad is enough for two, plus a lunchbox the next day

Roast veg pasta with Cheshire pesto

A beautifully fresh pasta dish with the taste of spring, perfect for warm evenings outside

Festive red salad

Cabbage, red onion, apple and beetroot – all the brightest purple fruit and veg makes up this winter salad with sweet vinaigrette