A lush medley of colors greets your eyes: dark, earthy red beet cubes mingling with glistening golden ackee, offset by the soft pastel shades of quinoa, and finished with a bright parsley garnish. The steamy, vibrant salad sits on a rustic wooden plate, with a fork resting beside it, and a slice of lime for that last-minute zest.

Caribbean Beetroot & Ackee Quinoa Salad

Name: Caribbean Beetroot & Ackee Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 2 medium beets peeled and diced; 1 can of ackee drained; 2 cups cooked multicolored quinoa; 1 small red onion finely diced; 2 cloves of garlic minced; 1 teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; Juice of one lime; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; to taste Salt and Pepper; for garnish Fresh parsley finely chopped

Refreshing, vibrant, yet subtly savory.

Category Quick and Easy

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 40 minutes

Style Caribbean

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily recipe · June 26, 2025

A little about this dish

Our featured recipe today is a vibrant, mouthwatering take on traditional Caribbean fare, using the earthy sweetness of beetroot to add depth and complexity to a dish that's as refreshing as a tropical island breeze.

Ingredients (for 4)

Medium beets — 2 — peeled and diced
Can of ackee — 1 — drained
Cooked multicolored quinoa — 2 cups
Small red onion — 1 — finely diced
Cloves of garlic — 2 — minced
Allspice — 1 teaspoon
Ground cumin — 1 teaspoon
One lime — Juice of
Extra virgin olive oil — 2 tablespoons
Salt and pepper — to taste
Fresh parsley — for garnish — finely chopped

Preparation

Step 1 — 🔥🍠🕦

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss diced beets with a tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for about 30 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
Step 2 — 🍳🧅🧄

In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic until softened.
Step 3 — 🥘🌶️🌾

Stir in the allspice, cumin, and pre-cooked quinoa, tossing to combine.
Step 4 — 🥘🍠🥭

Add the roasted beets and ackee, gently folding them into the quinoa mixture.
Step 5 — 🍋🥘🧂

Drizzle with lime juice and remaining olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
Step 6 — 🥗🍽️😋

Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

A final fox tip

This recipe is an excellent way to incorporate more nutrient-rich beets and quinoa into your diet. For added protein, you can toss in some grilled shrimp or tofu. Kids can help by washing and chopping the veggies or stirring the quinoa mixture.