Description

BEETS 25 LB

Red beets, also known as beetroot, is a round root vegetable with a dark red, semi smooth skin. Beets are a great source of vitamins B6, C, potassium, fiber and magnesium. They also contain antioxidants, betalains, that are pigments responsible for giving the beet its dark color. Red beets bleed a dark red when they’re raw or cooked, causing them to potentially stain surfaces and skin. When cooked, the texture of red beets, turn into a more tender softer texture with a mild sweet flavor. The leaves of the beetroot are also edible commonly seen used in salads or simmered and finished with butter. Whole beetroot, without the leaves and placed in the crisper drawer of a refrigerator, can last up to 3 weeks. The leaves, after being removed from the root, can be stored in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.