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How to Make THE BEST Roasted Beets

Roasted beets cooked in the oven brings out the sweet side of this humble and healthy root vegetable, and is the easiest way to cook beets.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 106 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh beets , about 6 medium
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Cut the greens from the tops of the beets and save for another use, then trim the bottom of the stems and discard. Scrub the beets under cold water, pat dry with a paper towel and place in a bowl. Toss with the olive oil and generous pinches of salt.
  2. Place the beets in a baking dish and cover tightly with foil. Bake for 1 hour for large beets, or about 45 min for medium. The beets will be done when you can easily slide a sharp knife into their tender centers. Set aside to cool enough to handle.
  3. To peel, trim the ends then use a paper towel in each hand to rub off the skins. If you don't want your hands to get red, wear plastic gloves. Toss with more olive oil and salt and pepper and garnish with fresh thyme or chopped chives.

Nutrition Information

Calories 106kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 118mg (5%) Potassium 491mg (14%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 50IU (1%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 106

% Daily Value*

Calories 106kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 118mg 5%
Potassium 491mg 10%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 50IU 1%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

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