Simple Roasted Beets
Transform humble root vegetables into a showstopping side dish with this recipe for Simple Roasted Beets! Featuring just a handful of ingredients—beets, olive oil, salt, pepper, and a touch of fresh thyme—this recipe allows the natural sweetness and earthy flavor of the beets to shine. Through roasting, the sugars in the beets caramelize beautifully, creating a tender yet slightly crisp texture. This gluten-free and vegan-friendly dish is not only easy to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time, but also versatile—serve it warm as a side dish, chilled in salads, or as a vibrant addition to grain bowls. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or meal prepping for the week, these oven-roasted beets are a nutrient-packed, visually stunning option that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces medium-sized beets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Rinse and scrub the beets under cold running water to remove any dirt.
With a sharp knife, trim off the stems and roots of the beets. Optional: Peel the beets using a vegetable peeler if you prefer skinless beets.
Cut each beet into wedges or quarters depending on their size to ensure uniform cooking.
In a large bowl, toss the beet wedges with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme over the beets, and mix well to distribute the seasoning.
Spread the seasoned beets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, turning the beets halfway through cooking, until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Remove the beets from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish, or add them to salads, grain bowls, or enjoy them on their own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2785 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1784 mg | 38% | |
*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.
