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Touchstone Gold Beet - Organic

"A golden jewel with a sweet taste and rustic charm"

$4.49

Number of seeds 80 seeds

Originating in the United States, the Touchstone Gold beet is a remarkable American variety with a bright yellow flesh that illuminates plates like a ray of sunshine. It has long been prized for its natural sweetness and milder flavor compared to traditional red beets, making it a delightful addition to both the kitchen and the garden.

In the garden, Touchstone Gold proves to be generous, robust, and easy to grow, offering a harvest of firm, round roots. Its vibrant yellow color adds a touch of brightness among classic root vegetables.

This beetroot fits perfectly into a food garden, contributing to food and visual diversity, and it plays the role of a versatile root vegetable, ideal for gardeners looking for mild flavors and simple cultivation.

Growing climate: Temperate to cool climate
Sowing difficulty level: Easy
Care required: Occasional watering recommended, regular watering advisedNote: Tolerant of temperature variations if well-drained soil.

Touchstone Gold beets are prized for their mild-tasting roots, less earthy than those of red varieties, making them particularly appreciated in cooking. Raw, they can be grated into salads where their bright yellow flesh adds both freshness and color. Cooked, they are versatile: in soups, roasted diced, in a silky smooth purée, or incorporated into stews, they retain their golden hue beautifully, a rare visual advantage among beets.

It also lends itself to several forms of culinary transformation, including marinades, pickles, and pre-cooked cubes for freezing. Like other beets, it can be frozen after cooking to extend its shelf life. And its much-appreciated little secret: unlike its red cousin, Touchstone Gold doesn't stain… it doesn't turn your kitchen into a vegetable crime scene. Traditionally chosen as a milder alternative, it allows you to enjoy all the deliciousness of beets without the persistent ruby hue that sometimes makes a bit of an appearance.