Beets are a superfood with unmatched nutrients and healing properties. As a cancer survivor, I make sure I eat beets EVERY DAY. Finding new ways to prepare, cook, and consume beets keeps me eating them in fresh and interesting ways. Oven-roasted beets give me more options for incorporating them into my meals.

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Aimee from Homemaker on a Budget shows us how to prepare her favorite anti-cancer vegetable: roasted beets.

Health Benefits of Beets

Beets are one of the most powerful anti-cancer foods available to us. The health benefits of beets are unlike anything, which is why I include BEETS in my top 10 daily foods! Beets are one of the most powerful blood-building superfoods. Not only do beets encourage the body to detox naturally, but they also help reduce inflammation and promote healing in the body.

Here are just a few of the incredible healing properties of beets:

cleanse the blood and colon
help build (and rebuild) red blood cells
prevent cancer thanks to betalains
a key source of iron, magnesium, and calcium
contain vitamins A, C, and niacin
protect against heart disease by naturally balancing blood pressure
oxygenates the blood and improves circulation

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Spice Islands garlic and herb seasoning on roasted beets

Oven Roasted Beets

Beets are so healthy that I consume them every day, along with a carrot and an apple. These “ABC foods” are the cornerstone of my diet. To some, beets may be an acquired taste. I’ve found that by switching up the cooking method, I can enjoy beets in a variety of ways and not tire of eating them every day.

roasted beets without foil on a stainless steel cookie sheet

Beets can be boiled, roasted, pressure-cooked, juiced, pickled, or even eaten raw. Many times, I prefer to boil my beets, and then the skin peels off very naturally and easily. However, lately I’ve enjoyed oven-roasting diced beets to add to salads, or even to eat as a simple side dish with protein. One of the best “hacks” I’ve found lately is purchasing pre-diced frozen beets from Azure Standard- what a convenience!

Azure Standard Frozen Beets – click here

What You’ll Need

2 Cups Diced Beets
Garlic & Herb Seasoning
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper

How To Roast Beets Without Foil

I’m going to share how to roast beets in the oven using the safest, most non-toxic method: without foil. Ideally, use a stainless steel or non-toxic baking sheet.

First, preheat your oven to 400 degrees. If you are using fresh beets, wash, peel, and dice your beets- about two cups worth. Next, arrange your beets in a single layer on the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and seasoning, then stir to coat.

Aimee from Homemaker on a Budget prepares frozen cubed beets for salads and meals by roasting without foil.

Then, bake for approximately 30-40 minutes or until the tops are browned and toasted (I enjoy a few crisp pieces!) Remove with a spatula and eat the beets warm if having them as a side dish, or allow them to cool slightly and use them as a topping to a salad. Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for later use.

Below are a few more recipes that include BEETS! Enjoy trying new and yummy ways to incorporate this powerful superfood into your daily diet.

Aimee from Homemaker on a Budget shares a simple recipe on how to roast beets without foil.

other recipes you might enjoy:

Roasted Beets Side Dish

By Aimee Guess

Beets are a superfood with unmatched nutrients and healing properties. As a cancer survivor, I make sure I eat beets every day.

Serving Size 6 servings

Ingredients

4 cups diced beets, skin peeled off (I purchase frozen from Azure Standard)
1-2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp garlic and herb seasoning (or just salt and pepper)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
If you are not using already prepared beets, peel and dice your beets. 4 cups of diced beets = roughly 5 medium-sized beets. You can adjust this recipe; it's so easy!
On a stainless steel cookie sheet, lay out the diced beets in a single layer.
Drizzle the top with olive oil, then sprinkle with your favorite seasoning blend.
Stir to coat each beet piece in oil and seasoning.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the tops are lightly toasted. I even like a few burnt pieces.
Enjoy as a side dish or on top of a salad.
Remember: a serving size of beets per day is roughly the size of an apricot.

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