Physical description
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- Beetroot is a taproot that can be globular, long, or tapered.
- The skin and flesh of the beetroot is usually a dark purplish red color but can also be white or orange.
- Beetroot should be smooth, firm, and unblemished.
Uses
- Beetroot can be eaten raw, roasted, steamed, or boiled.
- It can also be canned, pickled, spiced, or served in a sweet-and-sour sauce.
- Beetroot can be used to make wine, dye, and sugar.
Nutrition
- Beetroot is high in nutrients, fiber, and plant compounds.
- It is a good source of vitamins and minerals like folate, manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C.
Health benefits
- Beetroot contains nitrates, which may help improve the body’s nitric oxide production.
- Beetroot may help with detoxification of the blood and liver.
- Beetroot may help cure diseases of the digestive system, liver, and kidney.
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