I've been buying vacuum-packed steamed beets from France -- not exactly farm-to-table, I realize.  Trader Joe's sells them, as does one of my local grocery stores.  Both places stock them in the produce section.  For some reason, Trader Joe's adds insult to injury by putting the vacuum pack of beets into a box. 

Do watch out when you cut open the packaging.  You don't want this spraying your walls or clothes in a staining explosion!

These were a great way to introduce the kids to beets since there's no time investment.  My daughter bit.  She even took them to school for a "science experiment" that involved learning about mixtures by making a huge salad.  Amazingly, a lot of the kids in the class wanted seconds!

So far, I've only used them on a bistro-style salad composed of mixed baby greens, the (sliced) beets, goat cheese and a sprinkle of candied pecans (also from Trader Joe's).  Use the proportions you like.  I try to go easy on the pecans.  This salad is prettier if you don't toss it.  Instead, put the greens in individual serving bowls and garnish with the other ingredients before drizzling the dressing on top.

House Dijon Vinaigrette

3/4 c extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp plus 2 tsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp dijon mustard
1 tbsp plus 1 tsp honey

Whisk ingredients, seasoning to taste with ground black pepper and crushed sea salt.