YUMMY SWEET & SOUR BEET SALAD

[@maggie2936-q1m]

I like fresh red beets. But for those who don’t like red ones, try the golden beets. They have a milder taste than red beets. Or use a combination. 😊

[@bertajay]

What? Use a combination? Do I have another mixologist (a name one of my channel-viewers gave to me) like myself? I love that suggestion, sounds perfect! 😊 I may give that a try myself. Thank you so much, fellow mixologist!

[@sdtcal]

Hi Berta, these look delicious! Do you think the recipe would work with steamed beets instead of the baked beets?

[@bertajay]

ABSOLUTELY! Do give those beets a steam and see how nicely this dish comes together. Appreciate your question. Have a super day😊

[@sdtcal]

Hi Berta! Just wanted to let you know I made these yesterday with the steamed beets, and ate some today. So, so delicious! These are definitely a keeper! Thank you!

[@bertajay]

@@sdtcal I am so proud of you, Sandy. Steaming was a great idea! I really love this recipe. My mother's. She was the best cook but never wrote anything down🥺 so I try to recreate them the best I can. This is one of my favorites because I think I got it very close to hers. Keep enjoying this one, Sandy. I know I do. Have a great day. 😊

[@pdfa2k071906]

Can't wait to try this

[@bertajay]

It's a favorite of mine, Christopher. I hope you enjoy it lots. Drop a line to me and let me know what you think. I appreciate your comment and you taking your time to share it 👍🏾 Have a peace-filled day 😊

[@cathybeatty445]

I cant wait for you to create a cookbook..I will cherish it!

[@1naturaljourney971]

I love the connection to your childhood too.

[@carmenbailey8209]

I make pickled beets , shredded with jalapeños and yes I love them 👍❤️😊

[@bertajay]

I do, too. I have eaten beets since I was a young child. I really enjoy them. Thanks for your comment, fellow-beet-lover 🥰

[@JenniferJones-bt4bf]

My mother told us that beets make you pretty! One way to get children to eat veggie I guess.

[@bertajay]

Hahahaha...for sure. Mommas are always thinking of ways to get good food into their children. I told my children that carrots made their eyes see better and make them more beautiful 😁! Thanks for your comment.

[@prodigalcafe3277]

Berta Jay I just love your channel. Cant wait to try this. You are a joy.

[@bertajay]

Thanks, Prodigal. This is a deliciously simple recipe. I appreciate your kind words...they humble me. Thanks, again. 🥰

[@collettecaraway2759]

Will make today on the way to market now.♥️

[@bertajay]

I enjoy eating beets. Let me know what you think of this recipe. Thanks for your comment, collette. 🥰

[@dorothyrobins5915]

It's beautiful, my Gramma would make watermelon pickles from watermelon rinds. I will make this so pretty. Thanks for the recipe.

[@bertajay]

You're so welcome, Dorothy. It is pretty and it tastes so good. Thanks for your comment. 🥰

[@preslar86]

Yum! looks delicious! I cant wait to try this.. I also love leafy greens and beets and such... Would you suggest using the same vinaigrette for a beet salad or any other dressing variations? Thanks Berta :)

[@bertajay]

Absolutely, preslar86! Try this vinaigrette like a salad dressing on other salads and see how you like it. It's versatile...you can use it many ways, ok?

[@sashanoel167]

Wow! Can't wait to try this recipe too because I add pickled beets to my salad on a daily basis but in the store my favorite brand is sooo expensive and too much sugar. I gotta try this right away😅😋👍🏾

[@bertajay]

🤣 hahahaha...you are so funny, Sasha. I have some in my fridge right now; I made them yesterday. This is a great recipe. If it's too sweet for you, just lower the amount of sweetener. Thanks so much for keeping me laughing. 🥰

[@nursdurkin]

Can’t wait to make this! One of my favorites...do you ever ferment vegetables?

[@bertajay]

No, Paula, l don't ferment vegetables...yet. Let me know how you like/dislike this recipe. I am eager to know. Thanks for your comment.

[@MS4323]

Yummy. Yummy, yummy. Can’t wait to try.

[@bertajay]

M, this is so good. The inspiration came from my mother's dish; she didn't write anything down😔, but I remember the taste. I enjoy eating beets this way and I am sure you will as well. Thanks for your comment. Let me know what you think after you get a chance to try it. 😊

[@MS4323]

Made the recipe. Enjoyed the taste so much. Very refreshing. I cut the large beets in half, sealed in foil, baked at 350 deg for 1 hr, scraped skin off and then sliced beets. Skin slides right off and easier to slice. Thanks again. Love your recipes.

[@bertajay]

@@MS4323 Great technique that I have not heard of because I am still learning, too. Thanks so much for sharing. I do love this recipe because I really enjoy beets. I appreciate your comment. 🥰

[@ldypepper]

Berta, do you also use quinoa? I love it but keep using same recipe which is only roasting onions and peppers then mixing into cooked quinoa...think I need something more lol.

[@bertajay]

I am looking at what else l do, Mars. Keep in mind that quinoa is just a grain so you can use it just like you would rice. Try beans over quinoa or even with steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, chopped onions, parsley and tomatoes topped with a bit of your favorite salad dressing. Be creative, Mars, with this grain. It will be fun. You can do this. Let me hear what you came up with🤗❤ Sorry for the delay in responding 😔.

[@megmegf8536]

Thanks for a great beet recipe, I’m trying it tomorrow!

[@bertajay]

This is a great recipe. It's similar to what my mom made for us when l was young. I really enjoy eating beets. I think you enjoy it also, meg. Do give it a try😊

[@savannahv1808]

Reminds me of my childhood!

[@bertajay]

I just told that to another viewer, Savannah. Read my response to Carmen. I wrote that before I read yours. I tell you...I don't know...we must be related...somehow. As always, love hearing from you. 🥰❤️

[@savannahv1808]

Lol!! Great minds think a like😂🥰

[@bertajay]

@@savannahv1808 Now, that's a true statement. Thanks, girlfriend! 😀😍

[@tamsondarland1410]

Pure red gold!!! I usually purchase canned beets. Due to my budget. I've also made tomatoes and onions and vinegar, water, sugar mix dish. I think what a fantastic nutritious dessert. God bless you, Tamson.

[@bertajay]

Thanks Tamson! This is one of my favorite recipes. My mom used to make it for my family when I was a little girl.

[@tamsondarland1410]

@@bertajay Family recipes from mom is always the best. Bring back great taste memories. God bless you, Tamson. 😌

[@conniel.4601]

My mother used to make this too. Haven’t had it in years. It’s delicious! Thank you!

[@bertajay]

Like my mom, who used to make this for my family. I hope you get to try my recipe...l think you'll like this one. Thanks for your comment, Connie.

[@conniel.4601]

😊

[@ruthannamarteifio2521]

Will deffo make this! I love beets----and what you warn us about doesn't seem to work with canned beets. I'd only had that kind for a few years-----got some fresh ones, and just cooked them. Ate a whole bunch----then noticed I was peeing pink. Took me a few minutes to figure it out! LOL

[@bertajay]

LOL, indeed, Ruthann. My kids would say, "TMI!" But I say, "that's so funny! 😆 Thanks for sharing, Ruthann. Have a wonderful day!! I think you will like this recipe.

[@ruthannamarteifio2521]

@@bertajay Well, sometimes it's beneficial to others to share experiences, Berta! Haha

[@bertajay]

I call that learning vicariously...you don't always have to experience a thing to learn it, right, Ruthann. Blessings to you 😄

[@cindystrother7710]

YUMMY DELICIOUS THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING

[@bertajay]

This is a yummy one, Cindy. You're welcome. I enjoy sharing with you.

[@bertajay]

Cindy, for some reason l cannot respond to your comment on my baked/roasted sweet potato video so l am responding here: I share the things l have learned because l really want others to try it.

[@cindystrother7710]

@@bertajay Thank you so much for responding

[@bertajay]

You are so welcome, @@cindystrother7710. I do desire to be a help and not a hindrance to people. I hope I can be that for you. Thanks for your comments in so many places on my channel.

[@yahode39]

I love ABC salad...there are a lot of recipes floating around ...it is made up of raw cored apple with skin on and quartered, 2 medium raw beets peeled and quartered 2 raw carrots cut in 1 inch pieces..then throw in vita mix or food processor and chunk up to size of peas...empty in bowl and add: 1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger,,1 lime or lemon, juiced(I like lime), teaspoon of raw honey, 1-2 Tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste.It is very forgiving...You can shred all veggies and apple....I put it in the refrigerator to blend flavors.. Actually you can add anything you want, Onions, or scallions, nuts, or even add some gorgonzola cheese... Makes me hungry talking about it. I love the crunch...And I know that I am going to have to try your recipe sweet and sour Beet Salad. While not a vegetarian I do love veggies...all kinds...and so good for us. Blessings

[@bertajay]

WOW, Judy, I can almost taste this one right now. With your permission I would like to do this one my show (I'd mention your name and give you complete credit for the recipe) with a couple of variations. Is that okay? I am a veggie lover, too. This recipe is too good to keep a secret;-).

[@lindaparker6102]

Love beets, OK ! So healthy for us ! Beet salad looks so delicious ! My mom used to make this for us when we were kids , with a big pot of hen stew, potato salad, sweet peas, & smothered okra shrimp & sausage ! Love the new hair cut Berta !

[@bertajay]

Sounds like you're a Southern gal with those foods you mentioned. I enjoy beets this way. I know you will as well. Sorry it has taken me so long to respond...my hair has grown out again.😊. It's okay; thank you for noticing and I appreciate the support. 👍🏾