Red Root Vegetables are a powerhouse of essential vitamins and nutrients, which makes them a top pick for container growing!
What makes red root vegetables a must-have on your platter is their nutrient composition! Being rich in beta-carotene, several vitamins, magnesium, phosphorus, folate, calcium, and antioxidants, they offer plenty of healthy benefits that you just can’t ignore!
Red Root Vegetables
1. Carrots
Botanical Name: Daucus carota
Carrots are usually orange, but they can’t be left out of the red root vegetables crew. They are the classic red veggies because they’re crunchy, sweet, and good for you!
They’re loaded with beta-carotene and help keep your eyes sharp. You can easily grow them in pots.
2. Red Onion
Botanical Name: Allium cepa
Red Onions aren’t your average veggies—they’re milder and have a beautiful deep red color. But don’t let the sweetness fool you; they’re packed with antioxidants, which help fight off bad stuff in your body.
Plus, they’re a good source of vitamin C, which is great for keeping your immune system strong and your skin glowing.
3. Beetroot
Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris ‘Conditiva Group’
Now let’s talk about the king of the red root vegetables, the one and only Beetroot! It is a treasure trove of vitamins, minerals, and even nitrates, which convert to nitric oxide in your body and help relax blood vessels—great for lowering blood pressure and keeping your heart happy!
4. Sweet Potato
Botanical Name: Ipomoea batatas
Sweet potatoes are delicious and come in orange, white, burgundy, or purple varieties. Rich in vitamin A (thanks to the beta-carotene!), they’re fantastic for your vision and immune system. Plus, they’re also high in fiber to keep you feeling full and satisfied!
5. Turnip
Botanical Name: Brassica rapa
The Hidabeni red turnip is the one that’s a proper red root vegetable. It was discovered in 1918 and is named after the Nyukawa area. All turnips are rich in vitamin C and help you fight off infections. Plus, they keep the skin healthy, too!
6. Radish
Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus L.
You can find Radishes in red-pink, purple, and white, and these vegetables grow really fast. They’re great for salads, but you can also roast them for a caramelized, sweet taste. Radishes pack vitamins and minerals and are also low in calories and carbs.
7. Red Potato
Botanical Name: Solanum tuberosum
Red Potatoes aren’t just tasty; they are rich in nutrients, fiber, and potassium! The two best kinds you can find in the market are Red Pontiacs and Dakota Chiefs. Both of these are really versatile and you can roast, mash, fry, or even make potato wedges!
