Roasted Baby Beets
Elevate your vegetable game with these tender, earthy Roasted Baby Beets, a delightful dish that blends vibrant flavors with effortless preparation. Coated in olive oil, seasoned with fresh thyme, and wrapped in a foil packet, these baby beets are roasted to perfection, creating a naturally sweet and caramelized interior. A finishing splash of balsamic vinegar enhances their depth, while a sprinkling of fresh parsley provides a pop of freshness. Perfect as a side dish or a standalone centerpiece, this recipe is easy to prepare and showcases the rich, natural beauty of seasonal produce. Serve warm or at room temperature for a versatile, crowd-pleasing addition to any table. Optimize your weekly meals or holiday gatherings with this nourishing, flavor-packed masterpiece! Keywords: roasted baby beets, easy side dish, balsamic beets, healthy vegetable recipes, oven-roasted beets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby beets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the baby beets thoroughly to remove any dirt. Trim the greens, leaving about 1 inch of the stems attached.
If the beets vary greatly in size, cut the larger ones in half to ensure even cooking.
Place the beets on a large sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle them with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme.
Fold the aluminum foil into a packet, sealing it tightly to lock in moisture and steam during roasting.
Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the beets are tender when pierced with a fork.
Carefully open the foil packet and let the beets cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, use a paper towel to rub off the beet skins—they should peel away easily.
Transfer the peeled beets to a serving bowl and toss them with balsamic vinegar for added flavor.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
463 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1539 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1522 mg | 32% | |
*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.
