Beetroot Microgreens

Beetroot Microgreens

Condiments Salad Bowl

Ingredients (Serves 1):

· Microgreen beetroot – 30 g (washed and gently dried)

· Lemon juice – 10 ml

· Cold-pressed mustard oil or extra virgin olive oil – 5 ml

· Rock salt / black salt – ¼ tsp

· Freshly ground black pepper – ¼ tsp

· Roasted cumin powder – a pinch (optional, for a smoky flavor)

· Chaat masala – ¼ tsp (optional, for Indian-style zest)

 

Steps:

1.   Place the fresh microgreen beetroot in a serving bowl.

2.   Drizzle the lemon juice and mustard/olive oil over the top.

3.   Sprinkle salt, pepper, and any optional spice (like cumin or chaat masala).

4.   Toss very gently using clean hands or a spoon — don’t press down.

5.   Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or side.

 

o  Raw + light seasoning = maximum nutrient retention (iron, folate, antioxidants).

o  No cooking required — perfect for quick meals, fasting, or detox.

o  Balances sweet, tangy, salty, and spicy elements while staying minimal.

 

Beetroot & Moong Dal Salad

Ingredients (Serves 2):

· Microgreen beetroot – 25 g

· Moong dal (soaked for 2 hrs) – 100 g

· Grated carrot – 50 g

· Lemon juice – 15 ml

· Olive oil or mustard oil – 10 ml

· Black salt – ½ tsp

· Roasted cumin powder – ¼ tsp

· Green chili – 1 small (optional)

 

Steps:

1.   In a mixing bowl, combine moong dal, carrot, and microgreen beetroot.

2.   Drizzle lemon juice and oil.

3.   Add salt, cumin powder, and chili.

4.   Toss gently and serve fresh.

 

o  Rich in fiber, vitamins A & C, iron

o  Great for detox and digestion

 

Juice (Detox, Diabetic & Energizing)

Ingredients (Serves 1):

· Microgreen beetroot – 25 g

· Fresh lemon juice – 10 ml

· Water – 150 ml

· Honey – 5 ml (optional)

· Fresh ginger – 2 g (grated)

· Turmeric powder – ⅛ tsp

· Black salt – ¼ tsp

· Black pepper – a pinch (enhances turmeric absorption)

· Roasted cumin powder – ¼ tsp (optional)

 

Steps:

1.   Add microgreen beetroot, ginger, and water to a blender. Blend until smooth.

2.   Strain through a fine mesh sieve or muslin cloth if you prefer a clear juice.

3.   Add lemon juice, black pepper, turmeric powder, black salt, and cumin powder. Mix well.

4.   Stir in honey if needed. Serve immediately, chilled or at room temperature.

 

o  Detoxifying, supports liver function, iron-rich, great for skin.

 

Smoothie (Sweet & Filling)

Ingredients (Serves 1):

· Microgreen beetroot – 30 g

· Banana – 1 small (80 g)

· Curd (unsweetened) – 100 g

· Almond milk (or any plant milk) – 150 ml

· Chia seeds – 1 tsp (5 g, optional)

· Honey or dates – 1 tsp (5 ml) or 1 date (pitted) (optional)

 

Steps:

1.   Add microgreen beetroot, banana, yogurt, almond milk, and honey/date to a blender.

2.   Blend until completely smooth.

3.   Add chia seeds and stir (or blend for a smoother texture).

4.   Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes.

 

o  High in fiber, probiotics, antioxidants, and a good meal replacement.

 

Smoothie (Weight Loss)

Ingredients (Serves 1):

· Microgreen beetroot – 30 g

· Plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened) – 100 g

· Almond milk (unsweetened) – 100 ml

· Chia seeds – 1 tsp (5 g)

· Cinnamon powder – ¼ tsp

· Stevia or monk fruit sweetener – optional, to taste

 

Steps:

1.   Blend all ingredients until smooth.

2.   Let it sit for 5–10 mins to allow chia to swell.

3.   Serve chilled or room temperature.

 

o  Low glycemic, high protein, good fats — keeps you full longer without spiking sugar.

o  Low-Carb

 

Beetroot Spiced Buttermilk

Ingredients (Serves 1):

· Curd – 100 g

· Water – 100 ml

· Microgreen beetroot – 15 g (finely chopped)

· Roasted cumin powder – ½ tsp

· Salt – ¼ tsp

· Mint leaves – 2–3 (optional)

 

Steps:

1.   Blend curd and water to make buttermilk.

2.   Add beetroot microgreens, cumin, and salt.

3.   Stir or churn gently.

4.   Garnish with mint and serve chilled.

 

o  Cooling and digestive

o  Natural detoxifier

 

Beetroot Khichdi (Comfort Food Twist)

Ingredients (Serves 2):

· Rice – 75 g

· Moong dal (yellow split lentils) – 75 g

· Microgreen beetroot – 30 g

· Ghee – 10 ml

· Cumin seeds – ½ tsp

· Hing (asafoetida) – a pinch

· Turmeric – ¼ tsp

· Salt – to taste

· Water – 500 ml

 

Steps:

1.      Wash rice and dal. Pressure cook with turmeric and salt for 3–4 whistles.

2.      In a pan, heat ghee, add cumin and hing.

3.      Add microgreen beetroot and sauté for 1 minute (don’t overcook).

4.      Add this tempering to the khichdi.

5.      Stir well and serve hot with curd or pickle.

 

o   Comfort food with color and nutrients

o   Good for kids and elderly

 

Beetroot Paratha

Ingredients (Makes 4 parathas):

For dough:

· Whole wheat flour – 200 g

· Water – 100 ml (adjust as needed)

· Salt – ½ tsp

 

For stuffing:

· Microgreen beetroot – 30 g (chopped)

· Boiled potato – 100 g (mashed)

· Cumin powder – 1 tsp

· Salt – to taste

· Chili powder or green chili – optional

 

Steps:

1.   Make dough using flour, water, and salt. Rest 15 min.

2.   Mix stuffing ingredients.

3.   Divide dough and filling into 4 parts.

4.   Stuff, roll, and cook on a hot tawa with little oil/ghee until golden.

 

o  Great tiffin/snack option

o  Colorful and appealing for kids

 

Beetroot Egg Sandwich

Ingredients (Makes 2 sandwiches):

For Egg Filling:

· Eggs – 2 large (100 g each)

· Microgreen beetroot – 30 g

· Onion – 30 g (finely chopped, optional)

· Green chili – 1 small (finely chopped, optional)

· Salt – ½ tsp

· Black pepper – ¼ tsp

· Ghee or oil – 5 ml

 

For Sandwich Assembly:

· Bread slices – 4 (whole wheat or multigrain, 30 g each)

· Butter or ghee – 5 g (optional, for toasting)

· Cheese slice – 2 (optional)

· Mustard sauce or green chutney – 10 ml (optional)

 

Steps:

Step 1: Prepare Egg Filling

1.   Beat the eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper.

2.   Mix in chopped microgreen beetroot, onion, and green chili.

3.   Heat ghee/oil in a pan. Pour the egg mixture and scramble lightly.

4.   Cook on medium heat until soft but fully set. Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Assemble Sandwich

 

1.   Lightly toast bread slices with butter/ghee if desired.

2.   Place a cheese slice on two slices (optional).

3.   Spread the beetroot-egg mixture evenly on each cheese slice.

4.   Drizzle mustard sauce or green chutney if using.

5.   Cover with the remaining bread slices and press gently.

 

Step 3: Toast or Grill

1.   Use a sandwich toaster, grill pan, or tawa. Grill until golden and crispy.

 

o   High in protein (from eggs)

o   Iron and folate-rich (from microgreen beetroot)

o   Balanced carbs and healthy fats

o   Perfect for kids, adults, and athletes

Rajesh Chauhan

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