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Beets

Quick Facts

Vegetable Type: Root
Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris
Seasonality: Mid-summer through late fall
Nutrients: Vitamin C, vitamin B6, iron, potassium, calcium
Flavor: Earthy & rich
Complementary Flavors: Apples, oranges, balsamic vinegar, chocolate
Quick Cooking Tip: Toss sliced beets into a vinegar and use them to top off various dishes.
Cost: $$*
*from least expensive ($) to most expensive ($$$$)

 

Beet Recipes

Pair vibrant beets with various ingredients and flavor profiles for the perfect dish!
Close-up of a Pile of Beets on a Crop

Health Benefits

  • Reduces Blood Pressure
  • Can Aid in Managing Cardiovascular Disease
  • Enhances Athletic Performance
  • Reduces Inflammation in the Body
  • Help Prevent Oxidative Stress

Sustainability Tip

Use beet greens and stems as a substitute for leafy greens like kale or collard greens. It’s a zero-waste option that utilizes every part of the beet!

Unrooted Beetroots in a Bucket

Making Beets Kid-Friendly

Beets can make a natural dye that can be added to Paleo pancakes, Paleo cookies, smoothies, and more!

FULL RECIPE

Sober Curious Lifestyle

Combine the sweet flavors of apples and beets to make an alcohol-free shrub that tastes great topped with sparkling water.

FULL RECIPE

Leftover Life Hack

Throw any leftover beets in the blender for a delicious Blueberry-Cherry Beet smoothie.

FULL RECIPE

Resources

The information above was compiled with help from the following sources.
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Isabella Mead

Assistant Project Manager,
The Paleo Diet

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Chloe Weiss

Intern,
The Paleo Diet

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Andrea Dehnke

Content Manager,
The Paleo Diet

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MDPI

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