What are they?
Beets are a root vegetable with colorful purple-red flesh and a host of health benefits. They have an earthy flavor and their vibrancy makes them a popular natural food coloring. Beets bring a nutrient-rich pop of color to your plate!
POPULAR VARIETIES: Boro
OUR GROWING SEASON: We grow beets autumn to spring.
Health benefits:
Beets are high in folate, manganese and copper, are good for lowering blood pressure, and can increase oxygen in the blood and fight inflammation, according to Healthline.
How to store:
According to MasterClass, you can cut off the stem and store unwashed in an airtight container in the crisper drawer, where beets can stay for quite a while. You can test if beets are still good by feeling for firmness – they should be firm with little to no give when squeezed.
