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Heart Beet Chips with Greek Yogurt Dip

Heart Beet Chips with Greek Yogurt Dip

Key Takeaways

  • Heart Beet Chips: Slice peeled beets thin, cut into heart shapes, toss with coconut or olive oil, salt and pepper, and bake until crisp for a colorful veggie snack.
  • Greek Yogurt Dip: Combine Greek yogurt with chopped dill, minced onion, and a pinch of salt; let sit about 15 minutes to meld flavors, then serve alongside beet chips.
  • Healthy Valentine Snack: A fun, shareable, visually striking recipe for February heart season using colorful beets to create nourishing, easy-to-make chips perfect for gifting or enjoying together.

February is a month devoted to the heart. As the spring begins to peek through the cloudiness of winter, we can feel the beauty of the coming light and warmth seeping into our lives.

Love is one of the pillars of Ayurveda and health for a reason. It feels good to have close connections, to receive love, and to give love. It keeps us alive. Instead of a Valentines card, how about giving the deep nourishment of colorful veggies to your beloveds or yourself this year?

This is a fun and creative recipe to make and share. Beets are one of the most beautiful and delicious root veggies around. Their bright colors are perfect for cutting into heart shapes and roasting or frying!

Share this sweet, healthy, and fun treat this season to brighten the hearts of the ones you love.

Ingredients:

  • 4 or 5 medium beets, peeled (use different colored beets for a colorful effect)
  • Pinch each of mineral salt and ground black pepper
  • 2–3 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil
  • Mandolin
  • Heart-shaped cookie cutter

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Wash, peel, and using a mandolin, slice the beets about 1/16—1/8 inch thick. Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut the beet slices into heart shapes. Pat beets dry after slicing. Place the sliced beets into a bowl and add oil, salt, and pepper, and toss to coat them well with oil.

Place heart beets in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes. Check for crispiness, turn beets, and continue to cook for another 10 minutes. If beets need more time, turn again and cook for another 5 minutes, or until done. Check often—at a certain point the chips can cook quickly. Thicker chips will take longer to cook. Serve with a creamy dip or eat alone.

Easy Greek Yogurt Dip

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon dill weed, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon onions, minced
  • Pinch of mineral salt

Directions:

Mix all of the ingredients together. Let sit for 15 minutes, and enjoy dipping your heart beet chips!

About the Author

Author Gina Rae Merritt

Gina Rae Merritt

Gina Rae Merritt is a 200hr RYT, Licensed Massage Therapist, and gluten-free Baker. She earned a B.A. in Communications from Cal State University, San Marcos with a minor in Women's Studies. Recently, Gina has spent a few meaningful years traveling while cooking vegetarian fare for large retreat centers throughout the West Coast and Hawaii. Gina resides in Ashland, Oregon. She spends her free time cooking Ayurvedically for friends, playing outside, writing, and meditating.

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