Minty beetroot, feta & bulgur salad

Mix oranges with beetroot and mint in a vegetarian grain salad that looks as good as it tastes. Made in just 10 minutes, it's a perfect packed lunch

Balsamic beef with beetroot & rocket

Combine the rich flavours of balsamic and beetroot in a healthy beef dish that feels indulgent yet is low fat, low calorie and contains three of your five-a-day

Beetroot & chilli salsa

Use seasonal summer produce in this vegetarian beetroot salsa for a quick dip that's good for sharing. It also adds a bit of colour to your party spread

Feta toast with minty beans

This simple veggie toast with minty soybeans, feta and beetroot on rye bread makes an easy desk lunch and can be plated up in just 8 minutes

Halloumi & beetroot open sandwich

This simple veggie sandwich has a spoonful of hummus, slices of grilled halloumi and fresh beetroot. A filling, vibrant lunch to perk up your plate

Beetroot pancakes

Whizz beetroot into an easy batter to make these bright purple pancakes, then top with a warm fruit compote for a hearty weekend brunch. You can use this recipe to make blini-style canapés, too.

Smoked mackerel & horseradish on baked beetroot rostis

A fresh twist on a classic smoked mackerel recipe, these beetroot canapés make a great nibble with an aperitif. Rostis are perfect party food

Roasted beets, plum & pecan salad

The earthiness of beetroot complements the sweet yet tart plums and toasted pecans in this side salad. Pair with lamb for an autumnal feast

Beetroot & avocado nori rolls with wasabi dipping sauce

The dipping sauce adds real punch to this impressive looking vegan canapé. If you can’t get hold of wasabi, substitute for storecupboard horseradish instead

Beetroot fritters with soured cream & salmon tartare

Warm and crispy beetroot fritters pair perfectly with cold cream and delicate, raw salmon. A tasty starter or a light lunch that's rich in omega-3

Beets & carrots with cumin & haydari

Haydari is a Turkish meze of strained yogurt, herbs and garlic and it pairs well with crunchy carrots and beetroot in this simple veggie starter

Beetroot, lentil, celeriac & hazelnut salad

A lovely, wintry salad using fresh, seasonal ingredients that you can serve warm or cold. Bright beetroot, crunchy hazelnuts and a punchy mustard dressing