
Beet stems and leaves
“Most people throw out fresh beet greens, but I don’t, as they are jam-packed with potassium and fiber,” says Vicki Shanta Retelny, RDN, author of Total Body Diet For Dummies. “After removing the beet, I coarsely chop the stem and leaves and toss them into a food processor to whip into smoothies, use as a base for pesto, or sauté with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, crushed garlic, and a pinch of salt for a tasty side dish.”