Pickled Beets
Pickled Beets deliver tender slices of beet soaked in a bright, sweet-tangy vinegar brine accented with warm clove aromatics. They’re delightful alongside sandwiches, charcuterie, or holiday roasts, and perfect for stocking the pantry to enjoy their vibrant flavor year-round.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves60
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pickled Beets, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 28 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 68
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 22
- Digestive
- 36
- Inflammatory
- 28
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
Put the beets in a large stockpot and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, check 10 pint-sized jars for cracks and the rings for rust, discarding any that are defective. Keep them in simmering water until the beets are ready. Wash the new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
- 4
Drain the beets, saving 2 cups of the beet water. When the beets are cool enough to handle, peel and discard the skins. Fill each sterilized jar with beets and divide the cloves evenly among the jars.
- 5
In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, 2 cups of beet water, vinegar, and pickling salt; bring to a rapid boil.
- 6
Pour the hot brine over the beets in the jars and seal the lids.
- 7
Set a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot with a holder, leaving 2 inches between them. Add more boiling water if needed so the water is at least 1 inch above the jar tops. Return to a full boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- 8
Enjoy!
- Calories 67.53 kcal Low Source 3%
- Protein 1.52 g Low Source 3%
- Carbohydrate 14.62 g 5%
- Total Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 87.56 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 2.09 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 12.76 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 5.6 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.64 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 7.89 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.01 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 1.82 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
About This Recipe
Pickled Beets is made with 5 ingredients and serves 60. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beet, Pickling Salt, Sugar, and White Vinegar. Each serving provides about 67.53 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pickled Beets made of?
- The main ingredients are Beet, Pickling Salt, Sugar, White Vinegar, Whole Cloves. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pickled Beets?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 67.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pickled Beets easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 5 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Pickled Beets healthy?
- Pickled Beets has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 67.53 calories and 1.52 g of protein, or 3% of the Daily Value. It contains Sulfites, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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