Raw beets can stay fresh for a long time if you store them properly.  So how do you select and store beets?

Tips to Select and Store Fresh Beets:

Try to choose organic if you can.

Beets should be firm – older beets are spongy.

Select beets with fresh, dark green leafy tops (greens). Older greens & beets will have a yellow tinge.

Although they are a root vegetable, you want to store beets in the refrigerator to help them stay fresh longer.

Remove green leafy stems before storing. Use or store those separately.

Store unwashed beets in plastic bag with a couple holes in it. This will keep them from losing their moisture.

Some other helpful things to know about beets include:

Beets have an outer skin that is generally peeled off before using. If you roast them, the skin comes off easily. If peeling a raw beet, us a vegetable peeler. Beet juice is staining, so it may help to wear gloves.

Beet greens are edible and can be used raw in salads, sautéed, steamed or boiled. They’re also good in soups. Greens are loaded with potassium, vitamin A and calcium.

Beets are terrific when juiced – they’re a good cleanser. However, you have to be very careful about how much you use or it will shock your system. Find a good, reliable juicing recipe and stick to the measurements.

See all the delicious ways you can make beets here.

 

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