More Delicious Beet Recipes From The Modern Proper
The Best Roasted Beets Recipe Is Finally Here!
Simply said, roasting beets in the oven brings out their earthy flavor and tender texture. But what makes this roasted beets recipe really stand out is how easy it is to roast beets! They’re finished with a light, bright herby dressing which really brings out their deep, natural umami flavor and sweetness. In less than one hour, you have an easy, vibrant side dish to perk up any meal. Oh, and did we mention that oven roasted beets are inherently healthy? Bonus!
Ingredients For Roasted Beets
4 large beets (any color you like will work!)
Extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt
White wine vinegar
Fresh herbs (we like thyme, basil, mint, tarragon or chives)
Freshly cracked black pepper
How Long Should I Roast Beets For?
The mother of all questions when it comes to how to roast beets! And truly, it depends on the method. So, what is the best way to cook beets? We have three favorite easy ways to roast beets: the first being in this recipe for roasted beets at 400° F for 35-45 minutes – a true pop them in the oven and forget it recipe! The second method is our roasted beets in foil, which creates a slightly crispy exterior while leaving the inside soft. And, finally, the third method, which is boiling like in this Beet Salad Recipe. And if you’re wondering, “Do you have to peel beets before roasting?” well, this also depends on the technique. For oven roasted beets, you’ll peel them directly before you roast them, to remove any tough parts and extra-earthy undertones. For our foil-roasted beets, you can skip peeling altogether as the skins will slide right off after they’re baked! Or skip the cooking altogether, and try raw beets in our Grated Beet Salad.
How to Roast Beets
Prep the beets for oven roasting! Fresh beets are best: whether you get them from your local farmer's market or grocery store, if your beets still have little roots hanging off the bottom, and the tops left on, you’ll want to chop them off. Give them a quick rinse then using a paring knife or veggie peeler, remove all the skin!
Season! A little extra virgin olive oil and salt goes a long way! Many roasted beet recipes call for a variety of spices but we like to keep it simple! And if you’d like to spice it up, be our guest!
Roast! Because we’re looking for a slightly caramelized, tender texture, and not so much crispy, we slow roast the beets in oven for 35-40 minutes.
Dress and Enjoy! Vinegar and a sprinkling of fresh herbs seal the deal on this perfect recipe for roast beets!
How to Store Leftovers + Tips:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. We do not recommend putting leftover roasted beets in the freezer.
What to do with roasted beets? To make this roast beet recipe your own we suggest crumbling fresh goat cheese or feta over top. Or try switching out white wine vinegar for champagne vinegar.
Roasted beets as wonderful dipped into a sauce! Try them with our Classic Creamy Hummus, Homemade Basil Pesto, Tahini Sauce or our Vegan Cashew Cheese Sauce!
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