Beetroot

Beetroot (चुकंदर / Beet Root)

🔹 Description:
Beetroot is a round, deep red or purple root vegetable known for its earthy flavor and high nutritional value. It is often eaten raw in salads, boiled, roasted, or juiced. Both the root and its green leaves are edible and nutritious.

🔹 Common Names:

• Hindi: चुकंदर (Chukandar)

• English: Beetroot

• Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris

🔹 Appearance:

• Shape: Round or oval

• Color: Deep red or purple skin with firm flesh inside

• Leaves: Green with red veins

🔹 Nutritional Value (per 100g):

• Calories: ~43 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 10 g

• Fiber: 2.8 g

• Iron, Folate (Vitamin B9), and Manganese present

🔹 Health Benefits:

• Helps improve blood circulation

• Supports liver function and detoxification

• Boosts stamina and reduces fatigue

• Good for heart and skin health

🔹 Common Uses:

• Used in salads, juices, soups, and pickles

• Cooked as a vegetable or added to curries

• Natural food coloring for sweets and dishes

🔹 Season:

• Best available during winter (November to March