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Pickled Beets

Zesty Homemade Pickled Beets for Crunchy Flavor Joy

Delicious homemade pickled beets bring tangy sweetness and vibrant color to any meal, perfect for salads and sandwiches.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 hour 26 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Food FAQs
Cuisine: American
Calories: 58
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beets
  • 4-6 pieces Fresh Beets Avoid canned for best flavor
For the Brine
  • 1 cup Vinegar Consider balsamic or red wine vinegar
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust or substitute as desired
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Essential for flavor
For Extra Flavor
  • Spices (e.g., pepper, optional herbs) Customize based on palate
  • Optional Fruits (e.g., apples, oranges) Add for sweetness

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • sterilized glass jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash 4-6 fresh beets under running water, then boil in a large pot for 30-40 minutes until fork-tender. Cool, peel, and slice.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup vinegar, 1 cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon salt. Heat until dissolved, then let simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Slice beets into desired shapes and arrange them on a cutting board.
  4. Pack sliced beets tightly in sterilized jars, leaving half an inch at the top and pour hot brine over them.
  5. Seal jars and let cool at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before refrigerating.
  6. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours for best flavor.
  7. Serve chilled as a salad addition or sandwich topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 58kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 443mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh beets and adjust the brine according to personal taste preferences. Always sanitize jars before use.

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