Our beet chips are light, crunchy, yummy and gorgeous to boot! Who can deny the beauty of a deep, ruby-red beet? Our beet chips are uncomplicated and made of real beets, vegetable oil and a little salt. Add some healthy color to a snack spread at your next party or keep beet chips in the pantry for a salty snack that's on the healthier side. History & Background of Beets The beets we know and eat are actually the taproot portion of the beetroot plant. In North America, beets may also be referred to as table beet, garden beet or red beet. In addition to being consumed, baked, boiled and steamed, beets are commonly used as food coloring or medicinally. Betanin, which comes from beetroot, is industrially used to redden tomato sauce, paste, jellies, ice creams, breakfast cereals and more. In the Middle Ages, beets were used to treat conditions related to the blood. Allergen Information May Contain: Wheat, Milk, Soy. This product is certified Kosher Pareve. Milk may be present. This is not a Kosher matter.