Beetroot

Beetroot is grown for its tuberous root.

Beetroot season

Beetroot is mainly found on the market between May and October.

Nutritional qualities of beetroot

It is relatively high calorie for a vegetable (40 kilocalories per 100 grams), although it would be a shame not to eat it as it contains a large amount of minerals and trace elements, fibres, and vitamins (B9, C).

Varieties of beetroot

The early (or globe) beetroot with dark flesh is a variety with a round root. These are the varieties that are most often eaten. Other varieties such as crapaudine, which has a long root, are also grown.

Choosing the right beetroot

It should be firm with a skin which is not too dry when raw. When it is cooked, the skin should be smooth with no black spots or cracks.