beetcentric
Beetcentric is a term used to describe a philosophy, style, or practice that centers on the vegetable beet (Beta vulgaris). It is a portmanteau of beet and centric, and has appeared sporadically in culinary blogs, farming circles, and design discourse since the early 2010s. In cuisine, beetcentric cooking treats beets as the main ingredient or unifying theme, emphasizing their earthy sweetness, color, and nutritional value. Dishes frequently feature roasting, pickling, or juicing beets and pairings with citrus, nuts, dairy, and leafy greens to amplify beet flavor and color.
In horticulture and agriculture, beetcentric practices prioritize beet varieties chosen for high sugar content, pigment yield,
The term remains informal and somewhat flexible, with no standardized criteria or governance. It is sometimes