Discover the vibrant and tangy flavors of Refrigerator Pickled Beets 🥒💜, a delightful and easy-to-make treat that adds a burst of color and flavor to any meal. These pickled beets are perfect for snacking, adding to salads, or serving as a side dish. The earthy sweetness of fresh beets is beautifully balanced with the tangy apple cider vinegar and aromatic spices, creating a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds.
Preparing these pickled beets is a simple yet rewarding process. After simmering the beets until tender, they are immersed in a flavorful brine infused with cinnamon, cloves, and allspice. The addition of thinly sliced red onions not only enhances the visual appeal but also contributes a subtle sharpness that complements the sweet and sour profile of the beets. This refrigerator method ensures the beets retain their vibrant color and crisp texture while absorbing the rich flavors of the brine.
These Refrigerator Pickled Beets are a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. They can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge, ready to elevate your dishes with their unique taste and texture. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, looking for a healthy snack, or seeking to add some zing to your salads, these pickled beets are sure to impress. Plus, they make a nutritious choice, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Refrigerator Pickled Beets Recipe 🥒💜
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds fresh beets, trimmed and washed
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 4 whole allspice berries
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions:
- Place the beets in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 30-40 minutes. Drain and cool, then peel and slice the beets.
- In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, salt, cinnamon stick, cloves, and allspice. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat.
- Place sliced beets and red onion in a large jar or container. Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the beets and onions, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 60
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 14g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 1g
