Recipe Notes

Remove beet greens if present. Wash beets thoroughly to remove any dirt.  Place whole beets in top half of double boiler steamer pot, secure lid, and boil water over medium heat.  Steam the beets until your fork can pierce the root to the center and slide back out with ease.  For medium sized beets this takes roughly 45 minutes.  Larger beets will take longer, about 1 1/2 hours.  Smaller beets will cook more quickly, and may finish in 30 minutes.

I like to set a timer in 30 minute increments when steaming beets to check and make sure the pot doesn't boil dry.  If the water is getting low add more water.

When your beets are cooked, remove from heat and rinse in cold water.  Once the beets have cooled enough to handle, place them in a bowl of cold water and rub off the skin.  Slice beets and set them in a dish.  Open can of oranges, drain and add.  If full mint leaves are too strong for your liking, chop and sprinkle on top.  Serve with yogurt on the side or on top.  Enjoy!