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Beets, Peeled And Steamed

Beets are root vegetables with a naturally sweet, earthy flavor. Peeled and steamed beets are tender and retain many of their naturally occurring nutrients.

Beneficial properties

high in fiber source of folate contains antioxidants supports digestive health naturally low in fat

Nutritional highlights

Beets provide folate, manganese, potassium, vitamin C, and dietary fiber, along with naturally occurring betalain pigments.

Caution. Beets are high in oxalates, which may be a concern for people prone to kidney stones; they can also cause harmless red or pink urine or stool in some people.