Beetroot shots with tarragon yogurt ice cubes

Sounds weird – tastes delicious – perfect for those hard to impress guests

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

Zesty beetroot with watercress

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

Beef & beetroot curry

This vibrant purple root adds a welcome dash of colour and some healthy nutrients to an Indian spice pot

Beetroot brownies

With around half the fat of regular brownies, these are a slightly less guilty pleasure, but still have that intense chocolate hit