Quick Pickled Beets Bring More Flavor
Samuel took a big swallow and tilted his head back. I see what you mean. That is good. Here are some sandwiches, pickles, cheese and a can of buttermilk.
East of Eden, John Steinbeck
Inspiration
Pickled vegetables and particularly pickled beets,can add an immense boost of flavor to salads. This is an idea worth exploring. More flavor without more calories is always worth the time. I tried the “Use a Spoon” Chopped Salad from Paul Newman’s restaurant, The Dressing Room, in Food 52’s Genius Recipes. My favorite part of the salad was the pickled carrots, celery and bell pepper. I wanted more. Quick pickling beets turned out fabulously.
Essentials
It is just as easy to cook and pickle two bunches of beets as it is to prepare one batch. By making a double batch of the pickled beets there were plenty for this salad, and more to use during the week for another salad. The leftover vinegar can be used to make a bright red vinaigrette. All this multi use, cooking for the week ahead, is just the timesaving I crave. Homemade, healthy and with immense flavor, a winning kitchen strategy for the always busy cook.
