3 clear summer Recipes

beets (8 medium, usually 2 bunches), peeled, cut in half and sliced in thin half-moons, water, salt (or to taste), fresh lemon juice, sugar, garlic cloves, cut in half lengthwise, green shoots removed, plain low-fat yogurt (optional), cucumber, peeled, seeded, and cut in small dice

baby spinach leaves, shredded cheddar, sliced fresh mushrooms, red onion, sliced , seperate into rings, tomatoes, chopped, fresh or frozen green peas, cooked, drained, cooled, mayo (not miracle), sour cream, chopped fresh basil, crispy bacon, drained and crumbled, a 3 qt. clear glass serving bowl