Beetroot is a root vegetable with a vibrant red or purple color, known for its earthy, sweet flavor and nutritional benefits. It is one of several cultivated varieties of Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris grown for their edible taproots or leaves. Beetroot is a good source of fiber, folate, manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C. Beetroot is also a rich source of nitrates, which can help improve athletic performance and lower blood pressure.