Beets might not be your first choice for making gummies, but they, and beet juice, are a good source of several important nutrients, including:

• Antioxidants: beets are a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
• Fiber: beets are high in fiber, which can help with digestion and prevent constipation.
• Folate: beets are a good source of folate, a B vitamin that is important for proper brain function and the production of red blood cells.
• Manganese: beets are high in manganese, a mineral that is important for bone health and the metabolism of carbohydrates and amino acids.
• Nitrates: beets are high in nitrates, which can help lower blood pressure and improve exercise performance.
• Potassium: beets are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps regulate heart function and fluid balance in the body.

Overall, beets are a nutritious addition to a well-balanced diet and can provide a variety of health benefits.

With that said, here’s a recipe for homemade beet gummies:

Ingredients

• 1 cup organic beet juice
• 2 tablespoons grass-fed gelatin
• 2 tablespoons Manuka honey or organic maple syrup

Instructions

• In a small saucepan, heat the beet juice over a medium heat until it comes to a boil.
• Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle in the gelatin, stirring until it has completely dissolved.
• Stir in the honey or maple syrup, if you choose to use this.
• Pour the mixture into a silicone gummy mold or an 8×8-inch pan lined with parchment paper.
• Place the mold or pan in the fridge until the gummies have set, which should take about one hour.
• Once set, remove the gummies from the mold or cut them into bite-sized pieces.
• Store the gummies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Note: if you’d rather not use gelatin, check out the Vegan Gummies recipe for alternatives to animal-derived gelatin.