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Boiled Beets

A simple and delicious way to enjoy beets, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar! 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 211 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad , Appetizer
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 4 medium beets washed and prepared, see notes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. 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. 
  2. Once cooked, rinse the beets under cool water. Then pat dry and peel away the skins. 
  3. Slice the beets thinly and arrange on a small platter. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper.

Notes

  • Wash the beets carefully without tearing the skin.
  • Leave the root ends attached and approx. 1 inch of the stem, so they don't bleed into the water.
  • This recipe is for medium sized beets. Smaller beets may require less cooking time so check to see if they are tender after 20 minutes. Larger beets may need 10 more minutes of boiling time. Check to see if they are done by carefully inserting a skewer into one of them and if it is tender, they are ready.
  • Add the dressing just before serving.
  • Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days , or slice and freeze for up to 6 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight.

Nutrition Information

Calories 211kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 266mg (11%) Potassium 1105mg (32%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 23g (46%) Vitamin A 110IU (2%) Vitamin C 16.7mg (19%) Calcium 54mg (5%) Iron 2.7mg (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 211

% 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.