Canned beets

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Beets: The Healthy Yet Rich-Tasting Lunch
While some people are put off by this antioxidant-rich vegetable's unusual slipperiness, others love the earthy taste and soft-firm texture. Beets taste best with contrasting ingredients; try making a quick salad with the diced version (rinsed and drained), chopped English cucumber, thinly sliced red onion and blue cheese dressing.