Step 1

Trim the beet by slicing off the root, stem, and leaves.

Step 2

Scrub the beet under running water using a vegetable brush, scouring pad, paper towel, or your hands to remove dirt.

Step 3

If desired, peel the beet with a swivel peeler or a paring knife to remove the skin.

Step 4

Slice the beet into discs about 1/2-inch thick (or thicker depending on your needs).

Step 5

Stack the discs on top of each other, making sure the one on the bottom lays flat on the cutting board. Cut the discs into 1/2-inch wide sticks.

Step 6

Slice the sticks crosswise into cubes of your desired size.