Nutritious Homemade Beetroot Tea
Beetroot Tea: Rich in Vitamins and Iron for Optimal Health
Beetroot, a gem of nature, boasts incredible benefits, including lowering blood pressure and improving blood circulation. While it contains oxalates, similar to spinach, which can contribute to kidney stones in susceptible individuals, it offers a wealth of health advantages. Consuming beetroot can be beneficial for anemia, high blood pressure, chronic diseases, and skin health. Enjoy the goodness of beetroot by making this simple and healthy tea at home!
Main Ingredients
- Fresh Beetroot
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing fresh beetroot. Beetroot can be enjoyed in various ways, such as in salads or juiced. Today, we’ll be using this wonderful ingredient to create a healthy tea.
Step 2
Beetroot is packed with vitamins and minerals, offering numerous health benefits, including potential anti-cancer properties, improvement of anemia, management of high blood pressure and chronic diseases, and promotion of healthy skin.
Step 3
The skin of the beetroot is rich in phytochemicals and anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants. Therefore, after washing the beetroot thoroughly, slice it thinly into strips, keeping the skin on to retain all its beneficial nutrients.
Step 4
Once julienned, arrange the beetroot strips in a checkerboard pattern for a visually appealing presentation. Then, place them in a food dehydrator to dry. The drying process enhances the vibrant, beautiful red color of the beetroot.
Step 5
While air-drying in the sun is an option, using a food dehydrator can ensure more uniform and faster drying. If you have the time, sun-drying is also a great natural method.
Step 6
Traditionally, beetroot can be pan-fried over low heat multiple times. However, for a simpler approach, we’ll use an air fryer. Line the base of the air fryer basket with parchment paper and arrange the sliced beetroot evenly.
Step 7
Set the air fryer temperature to 160°C (320°F) and the timer for 10 minutes. This process will dry the beetroot thoroughly, making it crisp and free of moisture.
Step 8
The result is a beautifully dehydrated beetroot that resembles crispy puffed snacks. These dried beetroot chips are perfect for steeping into tea.
Step 9
These perfectly dried and fluffy beetroot chips are now ready to be steeped into a delicious and healthy tea. Their crisp texture makes them enjoyable to snack on as well.
Step 10
To preserve the maximum nutritional value of the beetroot, it’s better to steep it in hot water rather than boiling it. Place the dried beetroot chips in a mug or teapot and let them infuse for a beneficial brew.
Step 11
Enjoy your beetroot tea as is, or chill it for a refreshing cold beverage. Adding ice cubes or mixing it with sparkling water can transform it into a delightful beetroot spritzer. Savor the health benefits and delicious taste of your homemade beetroot tea in various ways!
