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The Best Way to Cook Beets: Perfect Roasting and Creative Serving Ideas

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Ingredients

  1. 1 bunch fresh beets (any variety—from classic red to gold, chioggia, or tiny baby beets)
  2. Olive oil (just enough to lightly dress the beets, about 1–2 tablespoons per bunch)
  3. Kosher or coarse salt (to taste)
  4. Freshly ground black pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Of all the ways to cook beets, roasting stands out for its ability to concentrate their natural sugars while unlocking a melt-in-your-mouth texture. While boiling can render beets watery and flavorless, and microwaving can make them rubbery, roasting (especially when done in a sealed packet) steams the beets as they bake. This approach softens their flesh, intensifies their color, and heightens their sweetness—all while preserving their inherent juiciness and nutrients.
  2. Serves: As many roasted beets as you like; scale as desired
  3. Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus 40–60 minutes baking)
  4. Total Time: About 1 hour