Beet

Beet

Season

Early October through Late March

Benefits

Beets contain natural nitrates that improve blood flow and may enhance athletic performance while their vibrant color comes from betalains that support detoxification and reduce inflammation. Their earthy sweetness becomes even more pronounced when roasted, delivering a satisfying depth of flavor alongside folate for cellular health and fiber for digestive wellness, proving that nature's most colorful foods often deliver the most powerful benefits.

Recipe Suggestions

  • Morrocan beet salad
  • Borscht
  • Beet hummus
  • Roasted beets

Notes

Beets are available all year in California, but their peak harvest season is fall to winter.

Pick Up Line

You make my heart skip a beet ♥