Beetroot has a spherical to oval shape which tapers to a pointy tail at the bottom (non-stem end). Beets are edible underground roots. There are many varieties of beets and the color can range from red , purple, white and yellowish golden.
Beets can be consumed raw, cooked or pickled. There are a few tiny root hairs on the firm skin of a beet. The flesh of the beetroot is a deep crimson color, dense, aqueous and crunchy. Raw beet root tastes sweet and when cooked, beetroot turns soft and and tender. Beetroot leaves are also edible.
Diameter of a beetroot ranges from 5-7 cm (2-3 inches). Average weight of a medium sized beetroot is about 110 grams ( 4 ounces or 0.25 pounds).
Scientific name of Beets / Beetroot
Beta Vulgaris
Other names of Beets / Beetroot
- Blood turnip
- Mangel
- Spinach beet
- Maangelwurzel
- Harvard beet
- Red garden beet
- Table beet
- Red beet
Calories by source in Beets / Beetroot
- Calories by carbohydrate in Beets / Beetroot = 86%
- Calories by fat in Beets / Beetroot = 3%
- Calories by protein in Beets / Beetroot = 11%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Beets / Beetroot
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Beets / Beetroot = 50%
- Saturated fat (SF) in Beets / Beetroot = 23%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Beets / Beetroot = 27%
Nutrition facts of Beets / Beetroot
*Serving size = 100 grams = 3.55 Ounces = 1/2 cup
*DV= % Daily Value (%DV indicates how much nutrients contribute to a person’s daily diet from a serving of a food. DV assists you in determining whether or not a serving of food is high or low in a particular nutrient.)
| Nutrient | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.17 | GRAM | 0% |
| Protein | 1.61 | GRAM | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 9.56 | GRAM | 3% |
Detailed vitamin profile of Beets / Beetroot, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart.
Detailed mineral profile of Beets / Beetroot, Sodium(Na), Calcium(Ca), Copper(Cu), Iron(Fe), Magnesium(Mg), Selenium(Se), Phosphorus(P), Potassium(K) and Zinc(Zn) is shown the chart.
Check freshness in Beets / Beetroot
- The beets should be uniform and free from blemishes or cracks.
- Leaves of beets should be fresh green in color without insect damage or dark spotting
Availability of Beets / Beetroot
- Generally beetroot is available round the year
How to store Beets / Beetroot
- Avoid washing the beetroot if planing to refrigerate them
- Place them in a plastic bag and refrigerate beets for up-to a week
Complete nutrition facts of Beets / Beetroot
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average beetroot grows to a depth of about 3 inches, so your soil should be at least 3 inches deep.