Maple Baked Beets
Transform your side dishes with the irresistible sweetness and earthy charm of Maple Baked Beets! This easy-to-make recipe pairs the natural richness of roasted beets with a luscious glaze of pure maple syrup, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar, all elevated by aromatic thyme and a hint of garlic. The beets are baked to tender perfection, allowing their flavors to deepen, while a final caramelized coating adds a deliciously sticky-sweet finish. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is perfect for a holiday table or a vibrant weeknight dinner side. Serve warm and let the rich, warm flavors steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized beets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the beets thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Trim the greens and root ends, but do not peel the beets.
Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil, ensuring they are tightly sealed.
Place the wrapped beets on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Remove the beets from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, unwrap the foil and gently rub the skins off using a paper towel. The skins should come off easily.
Cut the peeled beets into wedges or slices and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, fresh thyme, and garlic powder to create the glaze.
Place the beet slices in a large mixing bowl and pour the glaze over them. Gently toss until the beets are evenly coated.
Transfer the glazed beets to a baking dish and spread them out in an even layer.
Bake for an additional 10 minutes at 400°F (200°C), allowing the glaze to caramelize slightly.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a minute before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1849 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1226 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
