Easy Roasted Beets (Printable)

Naturally sweet beets roasted until tender with golden caramelized edges, seasoned simply with olive oil and spices.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium beets, scrubbed and trimmed

→ Oils & Seasonings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - Peel the beets using a vegetable peeler and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
03 - Place the beet cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
04 - Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
05 - Spread the beets out in a single layer.
06 - Roast for 40–45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the beets are tender and caramelized at the edges.
07 - Drizzle with balsamic vinegar while still warm and toss to coat, if desired.
08 - Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They become naturally sweet without adding any sugar
  • Almost impossible to mess up and they reheat beautifully
  • Your whole kitchen will smell amazing while they roast
02 -
  • Dont skip stirring halfway through or youll get uneven roasting
  • Beets stain everything so wear an apron you dont care about
03 -
  • Cut your cubes uniformly so they all finish cooking at the same time
  • Use the parchment paper to save yourself from scrubbing baked-on beet juice

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