Simplicity is key, right? The Italians knew this with their pasta recipes; honour the ingredients. Fresh young vegetables are so nice when eaten raw. I sometimes just add some lemon juice and olive oil for additional flavours. And when you boil the beetroot, add some extra one's and pickle them in a sweet and sour sauce - they are delightful when cold with some cooked meats. Simple cooking yields best results.
That is the surest way to cook the best-tasting food. Simple cooking always respects the ingredients.
We have all but lost this idea. Shops are always stocked with fruits and veggies out of season, imported from all across the world, grown in unnatural conditions.
Small grocery stores still run more local in season at a cheaper price, that is where I shop most of my fruit and veggies.
Sadly, these types of shops are far and few in my town. Or I am just not aware of them. I know about some local gardening communities that sell their veg and produce, but I wish this was more widespread. Would much rather support them than big chains.
I am jealous. Maybe I should look harder to find them in my area. Would much rather go there than bigger shops.