Organic
Beets
"Nature's candy: sweet, earthy, and wholesome."
A sweet and earthy root vegetable, Golden Beets are a vibrant and nutritious addition to various culinary creations.
Also known as
Golden Root, Beetroot
Botanical name
Beta vulgaris
Product Details
PLU Code
93273
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Beets › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in the Mediterranean region, now cultivated worldwide.
Temperature
1 to 2°C (34 to 36°F)
Shelf Life
up to 10 months
Status
Approved
About Beets
Beta vulgaris is a versatile ingredient, rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and is often pickled, roasted, or used in soups.
Nutrition Information
Golden beets are low in calories and rich in nutrients, here are their key nutrition facts per 100 grams of raw beets: energy 44 kcal, protein 1.7 grams, fat 0.2 grams, carbohydrates 9.9 grams, fiber 2.8 grams, sugar 6.7 grams, sodium 78 milligrams, potassium 518 milligrams, vitamin A 2 micrograms, vitamin C 3 milligrams, calcium 16 milligrams, iron 0.8 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for topped beet roots (red/table beet). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
1 to 2°C (34 to 36°F)
Humidity
98%
Packaging
Bags or bulk bins, maintain high humidity with breathable packaging
Shelf Life
up to 10 months
Storage Notes: Top and sort beets before storage to remove diseased or damaged roots; large roots keep better because they shrivel more slowly. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 234-236.
Applies to: topped beet roots (red/table beet).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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