SALTED ROASTED BEETS

 

Roast up your beets and use them any way you want to – as a side, in a salad, on a crudite (or raw vegetable) board, the possibilities are endless.
Skill Level: Beginner. Serving Size: ½ roasted beet.
Course Side Dish
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 40kcal

Ingredients

  • 3-6 whole beets, medium to large, rinsed
  • 2 lb. box Kosher salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place beets in a baking pan with high sides. A 9 x 9 stainless steel pan should be good if you're only roasting a few beets; use a larger pan if you have more or the beets are quite large. The sides should be as tall as the beets are.
  • Pour kosher salt on top of the beets until they are covered completely. (You will most likely NOT use the entire box of salt, but it will take plenty!)
  • Cover pan with foil.
  • Bake for 1 hour; check for doneness. A fork should sink into the beets once they are fully cooked. Add more time if necessary. 
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool/rest for at least 30 minutes before handling.
  • Once the beets are cool enough the handle, the skin should be loose enough to wipe right off. Use a clean kitchen towel to do so. (Heads up – the salt and beet color may destroy/bleach the towel, so pick your towel accordingly!) 
  • Slice or chop the beets to your liking and serve. 

Notes

Nutrition Information: Provides numerous antioxidants as well as nitrates that are helpful for the body to better utilize oxygen. Gluten-free, nut free, dairy free.
Calories: 40, Fat: 0g, Protein: 1g, Carbohydrates: 10g, Fiber: 3g, Added Sugar: 0g, Sodium: 120mg