Common Name | Beetroot |
Botanical Name | Beta vulgaris |
Family | Amaranthaceae |
Shape | Globular to round or slightly elongated |
Color (Exterior) | Dark red to purple (can vary by variety) |
Color (Interior) | Deep red or purplish-red |
Average Size | 5–10 cm in diameter |
Average Weight | 100–300 grams per root |
Skin Texture | Thin, slightly rough |
Flesh Texture | Firm, crisp when raw; soft when cooked |
Taste | Earthy, slightly sweet |
Moisture Content | High (around 87%) |
Density | Medium to high |