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Roasted golden beets are one of the most delicious vegetable side dishes. You'll roast the whole beets in a foil packet until tender.

This cooking method is incredibly simple. You don't even have to peel the beets before roasting, as the skin will pull right off after they come out of the oven.

This recipe will convert even a beet hater - yellow beets have a milder and less earthy flavor than red beets.

Roasted golden beets in a white bowl with a serving fork.

Emily's Recipe Notes

I think roasted golden beets are even more delicious than red beets. Golden beets have a similar flavor profile to red beets, but they're slightly less sweet, mellower, and more buttery. They still have a delicious earthy flavor, like all beet types.

You'll roast these golden beets for quite a long time, but it will pay off with a tender, deeply flavorful side dish.

If you love beets, I have 20 more beet recipes you should try!

Three golden beets, salt, and olive oil.

What You'll Need

Golden Beets - Also called yellow beets. You don't need the green tops for this recipe, but save them for your next salad. They add a delicious flavor.
Olive Oil - You can use any type of oil you'd like, but olive oil adds great flavor. I wouldn't recommend using extra virgin olive oil, because you'll roast the beets at a higher temperature, and EVOO can burn. Use regular olive oil, avocado oil, or vegetable oil with a higher smoke point.
Sea Salt - Use coarse or fine sea salt to bring out the richer flavors of the beets.
Ground Black Pepper - Just a pinch of black pepper will add a delicious bite.

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

Cut the tops off the fresh beets, along with any darker, discolored sections around the edges. Cut off any long roots.

Golden beets on a cutting board with a knife.

Place each beet in the center of a piece of foil. Drizzle it with a little olive oil and sea salt. Using your hands, massage the oil all over the beets.

Close the foil around the beets and place them on a baking sheet or sheet pan.

Bake the foil packets for 40 to 55 minutes, until fork tender. The time will vary depending on the size of the beets.

If you are worried about the beets leaking, you can place a piece of parchment paper on the sheet pan.

Three beets covered in foil on a baking sheet.

Remove the beets from the oven and carefully pull back the foil. Be careful, as the trapped steam can be very hot.

Allow the beets to cool for a few minutes before using your fingers or a paper towel to pull off the skin.

Beets after roasting on a black cutting board.

Slice the beets and place them in a large serving dish. Drizzle them with a little olive oil and sprinkle on additional salt and a pinch of black pepper.

How to Use Roasted Beets

You can use roasted beets for more than just a side dish! Here are some ways to add them to dishes to make a full meal.

Sandwiches - thinly slice your beets and place them in a single layer with some cream cheese and sprouts for a veggie sandwich.
Salads - roasted beets are absolutely delicious in a salad. Toss them with some spring greens, feta, pepitas, and a mustard vinaigrette for a fantastic lunch.
Veggie Bowls - toss the beets with some cooked quinoa or farro, diced bell pepper, cucumbers, and a simple dressing for a fantastic vegetable bowl.
Dips - roasted beets will blend and taste great when added to hummus or a yogurt-based dip.
Tacos - add your beets to a black bean taco for a flavorful vegetarian meal.

Roasted Beet Variations

Citrus - squeeze some lemon juice or orange juice on the cooked beets for a little kick of flavor.
Fresh Herbs - top your roasted beets with chopped parsley, basil, or microgreens
Cheese - serve the roasted beets with some crumbled feta or goat cheese or a sprinkle of parmesan for some creaminess.
Nuts - toast some nuts like pepitas or pine nuts and sprinkle them across the beets.
Beet Greens - if your beets come with greens, you can use them as well! Simply wash them, and then sauté them in the same method as this Swiss chard (the stems and greens are both edible). Or use them in a fresh salad.

Roasted golden beets in a serving dish with a fork.

Simple Roasted Golden Beets Recipe

These roasted golden beets are a fantastic side dish. Golden beets have a delicious, mellow earthiness.

5 from 11 votes

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Prep Time: 8

Cook Time: 50

Additional Time: 2

Total Time: 1

Servings: servings

Author: Emily Wilson

Ingredients

1 pound golden beets
½ tablespoon olive oil
pinch sea salt
pinch ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Scrub the beets under running water to remove any dirt. Cut the tops off the beets. Cut off any long roots.
Tear off several pieces of aluminum foil (enough so each beet has its own sheet). Place each beet in the center of a piece of foil. Drizzle it with a little olive oil and sea salt. Using your hands, massage the oil all over the beets.
Close the foil around the beets and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 40 to 55 minutes, till fork tender. Depending on the size of the beets, this will vary.
Remove the beets from the oven and carefully pull back the foil. Be careful as the trapped steam can be very hot.
Allow the beets to cool for a few minutes before using your fingers or a paper towel to pull off the skin.
Slice the beets and place them in a large serving dish. Drizzle them with a little olive oil and sprinkle on additional salt and a pinch of black pepper.

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Notes

Checking Doneness - Your cooking time will vary based on the size of your beets. You can check doneness by pulling the aluminum foil back slightly and poking the beet with a sharp knife or fork. If it slips in easily, it's ready.

Storage - cooked beets will keep for up to 4 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Freezing - I don't recommend freezing the cooked beets unless you are going to use them in a smoothie or soup and blending them. The consistency after unfreezing won't quite be the same.