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EASY ROASTED BEETS

Easy Roasted Beets That Brighten Any Meal with Flavor

Easy roasted beets are a delightful side dish that turns humble root vegetables into sweet, caramelized morsels.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beets
  • 4 medium Fresh Beets Choose firm, smooth beets
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust according to taste
For the Optional Flavor Enhancements
  • Optional Herbs (e.g., thyme or rosemary)
  • Fresh Herbs For garnish before serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Vegetable Peeler

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for EASY ROASTED BEETS
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a lined baking sheet.
  2. Wash the fresh beets thoroughly, peel the skins and cut them into even 1-inch cubes.
  3. Toss the cubed beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Spread the seasoned beet cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  5. Roast the beets in the oven for about 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Remove the beets from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve immediately or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Be sure to cut the beets uniformly for even cooking and wear gloves to avoid staining your hands.

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