Balsamic Roasted Beets

Easy Balsamic Roasted Beets made with a couple of ingredients. Delicious on its own or as an add on to salads, soups or as a healthy side to a fish or steak dinner. Top with your favorite plant based yogurt and fresh dill for extra flavor!

When it comes to root vegetables, beets are perhaps one of the most widely underrated or misunderstood. Personally, I've got to thank my Grandmother for introducing me to this mega beneficial vegetable at young age, otherwise I might have fallen into the judgement zone and refused to try it because it is too red, looks like blood, stains everything and taste like a handful of dirt mixed with a little sugar.

However, beets are not only a delicious and super healthy root vegetable with many culinary uses, but is is also widely used in natural medicines. In fact, as a child I was given beets mostly in a syrup form to prevent or cure from common cold and other illnesses.

In recipes, beets can be roasted, steamed or sautéed, and then added to salads or as a healthy side dish. But you can also use to make Beet Hummus and Beet Juice!

Whichever way you prefer to eat beets, your body will thank you for the nourishing properties of this root vegetable.

What are the health benefits of beets?

Beets are loaded with vitamins and minerals and are also low in calories and fat.

Here is an overview of the nutrients found in a 3.5-ounce (100-gram) serving of cooked beetroot according to the Healthline.  

• Calories: 44
• Protein: 1.7 grams
• Fat: 0.2 grams
• Fiber: 2 grams
• Vitamin C: 6% of the RDI
• Folate: 20% of the RDI
• Vitamin B6: 3% of the RDI
• Magnesium: 6% of the RDI
• Potassium: 9% of the RDI
• Phosphorous: 4% of the RDI
• Manganese: 16% of the RDI
• Iron: 4% of the RDI

Is it better to peel beets before roasting?

There is no need to peel before or after baking. The thin skin practically disappears in the cooking process. However if you don't know the source of the beetroot or they are conventionally grown, it is recommended to remove the skin to reduce exposure to pesticide.

Do beets detox the body?

Beets are known to help support the body in the detoxification process and strengthen the immune system by getting rid of free radicals from the body's cells. This is why you see beet juice or as an ingredient to many detoxification drinks and formulas.

Is it better to drink beet juice or eat beets?

Both eating beets and drinking beet juice will give you phytonutrients. The drink, however, delivers a more powerful and concentrated dose but you lose the fiber content.

how to make balsamic roasted beets?

• Start by selecting an organic and healthy looking beetroot that is hard to touch and without any bruises.
• Wash and trim the ends of beet root. Peeling is optional
• Cut beet roots into even size chunks. Depending on the size of the beets, it can be quartered or cubed.
• Place beets in sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and add a pinch of sea salt.
• Bake at 375F degrees for about 35 minutes or until you can pierce through with a fork without a lot of effort.
• Transfer roasted beets to a plate and add a splash of balsamic vinegar.
• Serve with your favorite plant based yogurt and fresh dill or chives. Feel free to add an extra drizzle of olive oil

what to serve with roasted beets

in this Roasted Vegetables wit Creamy Polenta

Shredded in this Spicy Taco Recipe

Along this Roasted Chicken and Vegetables Skillet

Add to this Roasted Garlic Vegetable Salad