Recent developments in emerging technologies for beetroot pigment extraction and its food applications

Nilesh Prakash Nirmal, Ram Mereddy, Sajid Maqsood

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Abstract

Beetroot is well known for its deep red–purple colouring pigments called betalains. Betalains also found its application in the preparation of functional foods and drinks. Therefore, extraction of pigments with higher recovery and stability is the prime need for the industry. Conventional extraction techniques such as maceration, grinding or pressing have reported low yield of betalains and required large volume of solvent and energy. On the other hand, emerging technologies such as ultrasound, microwave and pulse electric field techniques are highly efficient processes and can achieve higher recovery. In this regard, this review provides an in-depth discussion on the various extraction methods and factors affecting the stability of betalains using conventional and emerging technologies. The recent applications of pigments in various food systems are also presented. Finally, challenges and future prospects of extraction and application of beetroot pigment have been identified and discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Article number129611
JournalFood Chemistry
Volume356
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Sept 15 2021

Keywords

  • Beetroot
  • Betalains
  • Conventional techniques
  • Emerging techniques
  • Extraction

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Food Science

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