Vegetable profile

Beet

1 recipes · 4 months in season

When is Beet in season?

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Beet is in season in February, March, November, December. Eating in season means both more flavour and more nutrition.

Beet recipes

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FolateFiberPotassium
Calories≈ 43 kcal / 100 g (çiğ)
Portion1 medium beet ≈ 80 to 100 g
Season4 months
recipes1

“Bringing an earthy sweetness to the winter table, beet gives soup a color and depth no other vegetable can match.”

Nutrition

A root vegetable known as a source of folate and dietary fiber, with a notable potassium content.

Source: Sebze Meyve Takvimi

In the kitchen

How do you store Beet?

Trim off the leafy tops; keep the root in a cool, humid spot (fridge crisper drawer) for weeks.

What should you look for when buying Beet?

Choose firm, smooth, small to medium beets; larger ones can turn woody.

What goes well with Beet?

Pairing beet with orange or lemon balances the flavor and helps vitamin C aid absorption of plant based iron.

How do you grow Beet at home?

SeasonCool climate
SowingDirect seed (root vegetable)
WhereGrows in a deep pot; home/garden

Source: Bahçe Tarımı I, Anadolu Ü.

This information is for general guidance only and is not medical or dietary advice. Consult a dietitian or doctor for your individual needs.

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