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Fermented red beet, source of probiotics and fiber
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Red Beet Pickle (60 g) has 26 calories. That works out to 43 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 48 µg of Folate covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Red beet pickle is made by preserving sliced or chopped beetroot in brine; recipes may also use vinegar, and some are left to ferment. The beets take on a deep ruby colour and a tangy, gently sweet flavour, with tender slices and a little brine. It is a familiar pickle in several food traditions, rather than a dish with one single origin.
Serve it as a sharp, colourful side with sandwiches, grains, roasted vegetables or a hearty main, or add a few slices to a salad. It is naturally very low in fat and provides some fibre. Drain it before serving if you want a less intense, less briny accompaniment.
Selected: 100 g
43
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
9.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 87% · Protein 11% · Fat 2%
Vitamins
Folate
80µg · 20% DV
Vitamin C
4.9mg · 5% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
350mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
325mg · 10% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
40mg · 6% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 43 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Red beet pickle is made by covering sliced beets with brine in a clean jar and letting them ferment. Keep the slices submerged, then move the jar to the refrigerator once the beets taste pleasantly sour.
Red beet pickle can be either fermented in salted brine or quick-pickled with vinegar. Naturally fermented versions develop their sourness through fermentation, while vinegar versions get their tang from the added vinegar.
Yes, red beet pickle can turn some people’s urine or stool pink or reddish for a short time. Beet pigments are usually responsible; if the color continues when you have not eaten beets, seek medical advice.
Keep red beet pickle refrigerated after opening and make sure the beets stay covered by brine. Use a clean utensil each time, and discard it if you see mold or notice an unpleasant smell or unusual sliminess.
Cloudiness and bubbles can be normal signs of active fermentation in red beet pickle. Mold, a foul odor, or a distinctly slimy texture is different: discard the batch rather than tasting it.
Red beet pickle tastes earthy, tangy, and slightly sweet, with a crisp or tender bite depending on how it is prepared. Serve it as a side with sandwiches, grain bowls, roasted meats, or rich meals.
Yes, red beet pickle brine is drinkable, but it can be very salty. A small amount can add tang to dressings or sauces; avoid drinking much of it if you need to limit sodium.
Yes, refrigerate red beet pickle after opening to slow fermentation and help it keep its quality. Keep the beets under the brine and use a clean utensil to reduce contamination.
Usually not in the same way: pasteurization kills many of the live microorganisms produced during red beet pickle fermentation. Unpasteurized fermented pickle may contain live cultures, but the amount can vary.
Yes, many people can eat a small serving of red beet pickle daily, but its salt can add up alongside other foods. Choose smaller portions if you are watching your sodium intake.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.