Perfectly Roasted Beets Recipe

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Beets: either you love them or you hate them. Whether or not you like them, beets are an all-star superfood packed with nutrition. Today, I’ll share the health benefits of beets and how to make them taste great!

Nutrition

According to the USDA, 1 cup of raw beets contains:

• 59 calories

• 0 grams of fat

• 13 grams of carbohydrate

• 4 grams of fiber

• 2 grams of protein

Beets are a great source of many vitamins and minerals, including:

• Folate

• Potassium

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin C

• Manganese

Health benefits

Beets are jam-packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can help keep us healthy. Some of the health benefits of beets may include:

• Reduced inflammation

• Reduced blood glucose levels

• Lower blood pressure

• Improved gut health

• Improved immune system function

• Improved heart health

Beets are an excellent source of antioxidants, as indicated by their red color. Antioxidants are compounds that help protect cells again damage, thus reducing the risk for diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers.

Roasted Beets

Ingredients

• 6-8 medium to large whole beets
• 1-2 tbsp avocado oil
• 2-3 tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F/220 degrees C.
2. Wash and peel beets.
3. Chop into 1-inch cubes.
4. Toss in a large bowl with avocado oil (start with the lesser amount listed), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure beets are well-coated in oil, adding a bit more if needed.
5. Spread beets on a baking sheet and bake for about 35 minutes. The beets should be fork-tender and not mushy.
6. Serve and enjoy right away.

Other ways to eat beets

Beets can be prepared and eaten in many ways, including:

• Steamed

• Pickled

• Raw, such as in this salad

• You can even use your roasted beets to make hummus

• Or try making a beet smoothie

As you can see, eating beets comes with numerous health benefits. If you don’t like beets, I encouraged you to try roasting them and see what you think. Eating a variety of colorful fruits and veggies, like beets can keep you healthy, so make sure to eat the rainbow! What are your favorite ways to eat and prepare beets?