BEET CHIPS, BAKED

Yupik’s beet chips are here to delight your senses and make you dance to the rhythm of your “heartbeet”! Delicately seasoned with salt and olive oil, they are as crunchy as potato chips but heart-healthy and earthier in taste. When you munch on these veggie chips, you are not only satisfying your craving, you are also refueling your body the healthy way thanks to beet nutritional properties. With their shiny colour, they will naturally brighten your party table and your lunch box alike. Swap out the classic potato chips for these sweet beet treats and savour the difference at every crunch!

INSIDE THE SCOOP: a few facts

- Source of dietary fiber

- Source of minerals such as calcium, manganese and iron

- Contain betalain, a pigment which gives them their strong purple color. Betalain is believed to have both anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.

- Beet consumption may help lower blood pressure, fight inflammation and increase exercise performance, according to recent studies

CULINARY TWIST: Keep calm and stay crunchy!

Whether you are fan of raw beets or not, you are going love this upgraded version! Crispy in texture and earthy in taste, there are 1001 different ways to eat them, from snack on the go to salad ingredient, appetizer, movie night munchies and more. They will make it easier to get kids to eat more veggies (secretly!). For an extra boost of energy, pair them up with sour cream or homemade dips, such as this vegan, Mediterranean-inspired walnut dip. Beyond nourishing!

ABOUT BEETS : Did you know?

Beets (or beetroots) are root vegetables belonging to the Chenopodiaceaeb family. Their origin dates back to 4,000 years ago. The ancient Romans were among the first ones to cultivate beets and eat their roots. The tribes that invaded Rome spread beets throughout Europe, where they were initially used only as animal fodder.

HOW TO STORE: Preserve freshness!