Description
This simple and delicious recipe for Roasted Golden Beets features tender, naturally sweet beets roasted to perfection with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Roasting enhances their earthy flavor while the natural sugars caramelize, making for a perfect side dish or salad ingredient that’s easy to prepare and bursting with vibrant color.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 pound golden beets
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- Pinch of sea salt
- Pinch of ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot enough to roast the beets evenly.
- Prepare the beets: Scrub the beets thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Trim off the tops and any long root ends from each beet.
- Wrap the beets: Tear several pieces of aluminum foil, large enough so each beet can be wrapped individually. Place a beet in the center of each piece of foil, drizzle with olive oil and a pinch of sea salt, then massage the oil over the surface of the beet to coat it evenly.
- Roast wrapped beets: Close the foil around each beet and place them on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 40 to 55 minutes, until the beets are fork-tender, with time varying depending on their size.
- Cool and unwrap: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully open the foil packets, being cautious of the hot steam released.
- Peel the beets: Let the beets cool slightly so they are safe to handle, then use your fingers or a paper towel to rub off the skin, which should come off easily after roasting.
- Serve: Slice the peeled beets and arrange them in a serving dish. Drizzle with a little more olive oil, then sprinkle with additional sea salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm golden beets for best flavor and texture.
- Roasting time may vary depending on beet size; test for doneness by inserting a fork—it should slide in easily.
- Be cautious when opening the foil packets as hot steam can cause burns.
- Leftover roasted beets can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Try adding herbs like thyme or rosemary before roasting for additional flavor.
