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Balsamic Glazed Beetroot side dish served on a white plate with herbs over a blue cloth.

Balsamic Glazed Beetroot

Balsamic Glazed Beetroot is a sweet, tangy, and glossy side dish made with cooked beets, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and thyme. It is quick to prepare and perfect with roasted meats, vegetables, or holiday dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
rest time 2 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: western
Calories: 112
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 15 oz cooked baby beets drained and sliced or quartered (450 g)
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 120 ml
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon thyme leaves optional
To serve:
  • Extra thyme leaves or chopped parsley optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Colander
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Drain the cooked beetroot well and cut larger pieces into wedges or thick slices.
  2. Add the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a large skillet or saucepan.
  3. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves.
  4. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mixture starts to thicken slightly.
  5. Add the beetroot and thyme leaves.
  6. Stir gently to coat the beetroot in the glaze.
  7. Simmer for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until the glaze becomes glossy and coats the beets.
  8. Remove from the heat and rest for 2 minutes.
  9. Serve warm or at room temperature with extra thyme or parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 0.2gSodium: 145mgPotassium: 360mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1.4mg

Notes

  • Use canned, vacuum-packed, or cooked fresh beets. If using fresh beetroot, cook and peel it before adding it to the glaze
  • . Do not boil the glaze too hard because the sugar can burn.
 

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