Organic
Beets, Loose
"Rooting for Nutrition"
Beets, Loose is a vibrant and nutritious root vegetable known for its deep red color and sweet flavor, adding a pop of color to salads and side dishes.
Also known as
Beets, Bunch, Garden Beets, Red Beets, Table Beets
Botanical name
Beta vulgaris
Product Details
PLU Code
94540
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Beets › All Sizes
Origin
Originating from the Mediterranean region, beets are now cultivated worldwide in diverse climates and seasons.
Temperature
1 to 2°C (34 to 36°F)
Shelf Life
up to 10 months
Status
Approved
About Beets, Loose
Beets, Loose are grown for their edible taproots and greens. Rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, beets provide various health benefits.
Nutrition Information
Beets are low in calories, rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Here are the nutrition facts for 100 grams of cooked beets:
Energy: 44 kcal
Carbohydrates: 10 grams
Fiber: 2.8 grams
Sugar: 6.5 grams
Protein: 1.7 grams
Fat: 0.2 grams
Sodium: 78 milligrams
Potassium: 347 milligrams
Folate: 84 micrograms
Vitamin C: 6 milligrams
Manganese: 0.3 milligrams
Copper: 0.25 milligrams
Magnesium: 23 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
Ventilated poly bags, breathable containers or waxed boxes
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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