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Beet
Shape and external appearance
Round shape.
Properties
Fluidifies the blood, rich in vitamin C, fiber, betaine, folic acid and antioxidants.
Caliber
From 8 to 12 cm in diameter.
Scientific and botanical name
Beta vulgaris (Family Chenopodiaceae). The edible part is the fleshy root.
Coloring
The epidermis is very dark red. The flesh is a bright red lighter. After cooking, the flesh becomes darker.
Origin & Culture
Sows from May to June, and harvests from July to October.
Smell
Preparation advice
Cooked, the beet is eaten cold in vinaigrette or hot in puree. Raw, it can also be eaten grated in vinaigrette.
Texture
Home preservation
In a cool place, it can be kept for 1 to 2 weeks.
Flavor
Delicate flavor.
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Packaging available for this product
Colis carton, Colis bois, Barquette
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Août (8)
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Octobre (10)
Novembre (11)
Décembre (12)
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