Red Beet Crystals
Beets…. perhaps the mostly earthy of all root vegetables, are exceedingly wholesome nutritious, yet extremely versatile. You may love them, you may hate them. Regardless of how you feel about beets, no one can deny their amazing qualities that are super beneficial for your health. Of course I believe you can learn to love any ‘unliked food’ with a new approach to cooking, seasoning, or serving it. Whether you could eat beets for every meal, or prefer to stay away from them, there is most certainly a way to maximize the benefits of beets into your diet…
I recently discovered Salus Organic Red Beet Crystals from Floradix, an European organic wellness company. Based in Bruckmühl, Germany, this wellness company values both herbal health and science. For over 100 years, Salus Haus the manufacturer for Floradix products has been committed ‘to organic cultivation, environmental sustainability, biodiversity, and social responsibility’.
These Red Beet Crystals are nothing short of magical!
I am hooked on them because they can be used in SO many various ways for cooking and baking. First of all, crystallized red beets are a SUPERFOOD, so the nutritional benefits go beyond just regular beets. They can easily be added to both meals and beverages, without leaving a strong taste or smell of beets. My favorite thing about these crystals is that they are the ideal solution to completely replace any processed red dye in food coloring.
Benefits of Red Beet Crystals
What are Red Beet Crystals? They are a superfood derived from beets that are dehydrated into crystals. Beet Crystals are high in nitrate. The body will directly convert the nitrates into nitric oxide, which is vital for your body for the following reasons…
Protection against cell damage
Relaxes blood vessels
Lowers blood pressure
Improves circulation
Increases energy
Help recover from electrolyte loss after exercise
Rich in antioxidants
Reduce risk of heart disease
Why Salus Organic Red Beet Crystals are Amazing…
*Superfood*
Easily dissolves in liquid in seconds
Taste delicious
No strong taste of beets or earthly flavor
Adds natural sweetness
Used for both savory and sweet meals
Perfect natural substitute for red food coloring
Can be stored in pantry and doesn’t spoil quickly
The only ingredient is organic red beets
One jar contains the equivalent of 15 cups of organic red beets!
No use of heat, solvents, or chemicals are used in the production of the crystals
Organic, Non-GMO, Vegan & Kosher
How to Use Red Beet Crystals
Add to vegetables, soups, salads
Simply dissolve a tsp in a glass of water
Add to smoothies
Add to a cup of tea
Create a pink frosting or cake batter
Use as decoration or sprinkles on top of desserts or yogurt
6 Red Beet Crystals Recipes
Enrich your favorite white cake recipe with fresh strawberries. Substitute any red food coloring with red beet crystals for amazing addition of natural color. I used a special mixture of the beet root crystals & freeze dried strawberries to create a tasty and bright pink frosting. Topped with extra red beet crystals as decorative ‘sprinkles’.
Homemade Red Beet Tortillas
Have you EVER seen such a beautiful tortilla?
After making these red beet tortillas, I used them for Fish Tacos filled with pickled radish, lemon garlic salmon, topped with cilantro & lime.
I have been drinking this tasty beverage non-stop since I created it.
The Salus Organic Red Beet Crystals are so soluble that they will dissolve is seconds making it so simple to add to any beverage, even just a glass of water.
Hibiscus Tea is one of my favorite teas because it even better served chilled. It is very refreshing, light, and fruity.
Coconut Water is added for flavor and extra hydration.
Ginger Beer makes the drink sparkling, and really creates that cocktail feeling.
I find this Refresher to be so satisfying and each ingredient adds extra nutrition and delcious flavors.
There is nothing not love about this next refreshing beverage. It is NEXT-LEVEL homemade lemon. Simply squeeze some fresh lemon juice, combine with simple syrup, Salus Red Beet Crystals, and sparkling lemonade. This creates a cocktail-esque summer beverage plus health benefits from beets, and minus red color dye that would otherwise be used for pink lemonade.
Beet Feta Salad
Here is my unique take on the Beet Feta Salad which incorporates Salus Red Beet Crystals 3 ways…
Delicious earthy Beets diced into cubes on a bed of Arugula topped with Feta Cheese, Roasted Walnuts, and Pickled Fennel, lightly drizzled with a balsamic Red Beet Crystal vinaigrette.
Red Beet Hummus
The normal hummus appetizer at the party has some competition. Here is my recipe for…
A Vibrant, Fragrant & Flavorful Hummus made with Red Beet Crystals, drizzled in Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Topped with Fresh Garlic, Lemon Zest, Garden Herbs, and Pine nuts…..