Red-stemmed beet. The stems of red-stemmed beet are mostly maroon or purple-red, while the leaves are green, with red stems and green-yellow leaves. Red-stem beet, introduced from the Netherlands in recent years, is edible with its fresh leaves and petioles. It is rich in nutrients and contains a variety of vitamins, minerals and protein. The green leaves are soft and tender in texture, and the petiole is bright red in texture and crisp.