we got the beets

The benefits (and natural sugar content is actually not too bad) far outweigh any sugar concerns.

Beets contain a variety of health promoting nutrients and phyto-chemicals. One compound called betacyanin is a substance that gives beets their crimson hue. This pigment appears to give beets its potent cancer-fighting power.

Even though few studies on beets and their ability to fight cancer have been completed, Europeans have used beet juice for years to help combat the disease. Beets also contain a healthful helping of folate, known to help prevent birth defects. A half-cup of boiled, sliced beets contains 45 micrograms of folate--nearly 11% of the Daily Value. Beets also contain an ample supply of potassium and iron. If you want to prepare fresh beets, cook them lightly. The longer you cook beets, the fewer anticancer properties they retain.

If you eat enough beets, your urine may temporarily turn pink or red, a condition called beeturia. Don't worry--the condition is harmless and will go away, often within a day.

Avoid bad sugars... never healthy natural sugars from fruits or veggies!!!

If you eat enough beets, your urine may temporarily turn pink or red, a condition called beeturia. Don't worry--the condition is harmless and will go away, often within a day.

Umm.... This would scare me. Lmfao.

Beets taste like dirt, no matter how well you wash them.

Try peeling them. I love beets! They're very nutritious. I don't eat them every day though, only when they're in season.

Beets taste like dirt, no matter how well you wash them.

This!!! I hate beets. :sick:

Lies! You know you love them, it's why they're red... they're filled with love...

Dirty love, maybe.

Do y'all eat them fresh or out of the can? I don't want someone to illustrate how awful canned foods are. Blah.
I am now craving some beets, so I might have to go to the store now. Thanks.

I don't think I have ever eaten a beet in my life. Hm. That's going to have to change. How should I prepare it?

I don't think I have ever eaten a beet in my life. Hm. That's going to have to change. How should I prepare it?

Cut off the greens to cook separately (very good sautéed) , scrub them really well, rub them down with olive oil, stick them in an oven proof dish, cover and roast at 350F for about an hour. After they cool a little, scrape the skins off. I used to think beets tasted like dirt, too, but I like them roasted. Oh, and you can eat them with a little vinegar if you like.

I love beets, as a matter of fact I have a quality beet salad on my meal prep plan for next week!

If you buy really good beets (it can be a crap shoot) they are one of the best vegetables. Every once and awhile a bad beet will slip in and yes those do taste like dirt. Definitely peel all beets.

I like them roasted at a high temp. They get so naturally caramelized and so good.

I can't wait until our local farms start producing organic, extra sweet ones. I will be at the Farmer's Market every Saturday.