Beets & Their Garden Companions: A Rooted Delight

In the world of garden vegetables, few are as vibrant, versatile, and nutritious as beets. With their deep crimson hue, earthy-sweet flavor, beets are a culinary standout by themselves or as a great addition to many recipes. And with their exceptional nutritional profile rich in folate, iron, and antioxidants, beets are a standout among health-conscious eaters as well.

The farmers who produce our beets take great care to get them from their soil to your kitchen. Our customers love them not only for their flavorful roots, but also because we make them easy to buy and convenient to cook with! We pickle, slice and dice them so you can spend more time in your garden growing the veggies that can accompany a wide variety of beet recipes. As you venture into vegetable garden season this year, consider adding these vegetables that go with Aunt Nellie’s beets in so many tasty recipes.

Tomatoes are great to include in your home garden because homegrown varieties are usually sweeter and juicier when fresh off the vine. Mix with our beets for a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish. Whether you serve them fresh or cooked, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Radishes, with their sharp, peppery flavor, balance well with the mellow sweetness of beets in salads and slaws. They are another cool-weather root, which grows quickly and helps loosen the soil for neighboring vegetables.

Zucchini is super versatile in the kitchen, great for everything from sautés and salads to breads and baked goods, and it’s packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants. It thrives in home gardens, requires minimal care, and grows quickly, making it perfect for beginners. 

Whether you’re planning center plate or side dish recipes, beets deserve a place at the center of your garden plan. Fill your backyard plot (or basket from your local farmers market) with companion vegetables and herbs like basil, carrots, cilantro, and peppers and leave the beets to us. The combination contributes to a healthy, diverse harvest, proving that the best gardens aren’t just full of vegetables, but full of vibrant, complementary flavors.

Here are some recipes to try using common backyard veggie garden ingredients: