How to Cook Beets
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
148 kcal
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Course
Others
How to Cook Beets
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In this step-by-step tutorial learn how to cook beets either by steaming, boiling, or roasting! Whichever method you choose they are superfood worth eating!
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Ingredients
For Roasted Beets
- 3 beets scrubbed and tops removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
For Steamed Beets
- 3 beets scrubbed and tops removed
- As needed water
For Boiled Beets
- 3 beets scrubbed and tops removed
- As needed water
- ¼ cup vinegar
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cloves garlic clove crushed
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
Roasting Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Lay out a piece of aluminum foil large enough to wrap the beets. Place the beets on the foil. Drizzle olive oil on top of the beets and season with salt and pepper. Fold over the sides of the foil and wrap the beets so they are in a pouch.
- Place the wrapped beets on a baking sheet and roast until fork tender, about 45-60 minutes, depending on the size.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes and peel under cool running water.
Steaming Method
- Bring a large pot filled halfway with water to a boil under high heat. Add a steamer basket on top of the pot, making sure it’s not touching the water beneath it.
- Place the beets in the steamer basket and cover. Steam on high until the beets are fork tender, about 30-40 minutes, depending on the size.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes and peel under cool running water.
Boiling Method
- In a large pot over high heat, place the beets, vinegar, bay leaf, garlic and salt. Add enough water to cover the beets completely, bring water to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook until fork tender, about 30-40 minutes, depending on the size.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes and peel under cool running water.
Notes
- Storage: Cooked beets can last up to 5 days in the fridge or in the freezer for up to 12 months.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
148kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Sodium
733mg
(31%)
Potassium
609mg
(17%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
13g
(26%)
Vitamin A
63IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
35mg
(4%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 148 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 148kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 733mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 609mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 63IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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