Description
🌿 Characteristics
- Young and tender: These beets are smaller and thinner-skinned than winter varieties, making them ideal for raw or lightly cooked dishes.
- Sweet and earthy flavor: Their natural sweetness shines in salads, juices, and even baked goods like brownies.
- Leafy tops included: The greens are edible and packed with nutrients—great sautéed or added to soups.
🍽️ Culinary Uses
- Grated raw into salads for crunch and color
- Roasted whole for a caramelized depth
- Blended into smoothies or juices
- Used in creative dishes like beetroot carpaccio or beetroot brownies
🧑🌾 Nutritional Benefits
- Rich in fiber, folate, manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C
- Contains betalains, antioxidants that help reduce inflammation
🧊 Storage Tips
- Chop off the leaves to prevent moisture loss from the root
- Store roots in a cool, dark place; leaves in the fridge if using soon
These beauties aren’t just good for you—they’re a feast for the eyes and the palate.
