Boiled Beets
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
2 people
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Calories
211 kcal
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Cuisine
International
Boiled Beets
Description
This recipe involves boiling medium-sized beets in water until tender, around 30 minutes, depending on size. Keeping the root end and a bit of stem attached during cooking prevents color bleeding and helps maintain texture. After cooking and cooling, the beets are peeled and sliced thin, allowing the earthy, sweet flavors to come through without being masked by heavy seasoning.
The final presentation includes drizzling olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the sliced beets with seasoning of salt and black pepper, which complements their natural taste and adds a subtle sharpness and depth. The dish is simple but highlights the beet's vibrant color and flavor, suitable as a small side dish or salad component.
The recipe notes advise careful washing to avoid skin damage, checking doneness with a skewer, and adjusting cook time for beet size. Leftover beets can be refrigerated for a few days or frozen sliced for longer storage, making them convenient to prepare ahead. Dressing is added just before serving to maintain freshness.
Ingredients
- 4 medium beet washed and prepared, see notes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan add enough water so the beets are fully submerged. Bring to a boil, cover and turn down the heat to allow it to simmer for 30 minutes.
- Once cooked, rinse the beets under cool water. Then pat dry and peel away the skins.
- Slice the beets thinly and arrange on a small platter. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Wash beets gently to keep skins intact and avoid bleeding into cooking water.
- Leave root ends and about 1 inch of stem attached during cooking to preserve color.
- Smaller beets may cook in about 20 minutes; larger ones may need up to 40 minutes—check tenderness with a skewer.
- Add dressing just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Store cooked beets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze sliced beets for up to 6 months; defrost overnight in the fridge.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 266mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 1105mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 110IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 16.7mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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