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Easy Roasted Beets
5 from 12 votes

Easy Roasted Beets

Easy Roasted Beets require only fresh beets baked whole in a covered dish until tender. Removing the skin after roasting is simple and preserves the beet’s natural sweetness and texture. The beets can then be sliced and dressed lightly with olive oil, salt, and pepper for a straightforward side or salad addition. This method highlights the earthy flavor and tender interior of roasted beets without added complexity.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 35 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 to 8 beet

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Trim the tops off the beets, leaving about 1 to 2 inches of stem, and then gently wash and scrub them clean.
  2. Place the beets in a small Dutch oven or a casserole dish with a lid. Bake them covered for 1 hour, or until the beets are tender and pierced easily with a fork. Let them cool to the touch.
  3. Slice the remaining stem completely off, then place the beets under running water, and use your fingers to gently rub off the skin. You can use gloves to prevent staining your fingers, or alternatively, you can use a paper towel to remove the skin.
  4. Slice the beets and enjoy simply tossed with olive oil and a little salt and pepper, or in your favorite salad!

Notes

  • Do not discard beet greens; they can be sautéed like spinach for a nutritious side.
  • Use gloves or a paper towel to handle beets to avoid staining your fingers while peeling.

Nutrition Information

Calories 35kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0.1g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.02g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.03g (0%) Sodium 64mg (3%) Potassium 267mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 27IU (1%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 35

% Daily Value*

Calories 35kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.03g 0%
Sodium 64mg 3%
Potassium 267mg 6%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 27IU 1%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.