Description
A simple and delicious recipe for roasted beets, perfectly tender and flavorful with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper. This easy method brings out the earthiness of the beets and makes a perfect side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 medium beets, tops removed, scrubbed well
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to ensure it reaches the right temperature for roasting the beets evenly.
- Prepare Beets: Place each beet on a piece of foil. Drizzle generously with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Wrap each beet tightly in the foil to lock in moisture during roasting.
- Roast Beets: Arrange the foil-wrapped beets on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until fork-tender, depending on their size and freshness.
- Cool and Peel: Remove the beets from the oven and unwrap them carefully. Set them aside to cool until they are safe to handle. Then, hold each beet under running water and rub off the skins easily with your hands.
- Slice and Season: Cut or slice the peeled beets as desired. Drizzle lightly with olive oil, season with additional salt and pepper to taste, toss gently, and serve warm or at room temperature as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- You can store leftover roasted beets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- If you prefer, use parchment paper instead of foil for wrapping the beets.
- To save time, you can roast beets larger or smaller than medium; adjust roasting time accordingly.
- Roasted beets pair well with fresh herbs like thyme or a splash of balsamic vinegar for added flavor.
- Wearing gloves while peeling can prevent beet stains on your hands.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 3.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
