The beetroot, also known in North America as the table beet, garden beet, red or golden beet, or informally simply as the beet, is any of the cultivated varieties of beet (Beta vulgaris) grown for their edible taproots, especially B. vulgaris L. subsp. conditiva. They are among the most commonly encountered varieties in North America, Central America, and Europe.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Cooked beets have a natural sweetness. |
Nutritional Value | Micronutrients | Cooked beets are a good source of various vitamins and minerals such as folate, manganese, and potassium. |
Color | Natural Pigments | Cooked beets have a vibrant red color due to natural pigments called betalains. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Cooked beets have a subtle earthy aroma. |
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