Absolutely! 🫙❤️ Homemade Pickled Beets are a classic sweet-tangy treat that’s surprisingly easy to make and endlessly versatile — perfect on salads, sandwiches, cheese boards, or just straight from the jar. This recipe gives you tender beets in a vinegar brine with a touch of sugar and spice.
🥄 Homemade Pickled Beets Recipe (Refrigerator or Canned)
🛒 Ingredients:
For the beets:
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2 pounds fresh beets (about 4–6 medium)
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Water, for boiling
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Optional: gloves (beets stain!)
For the pickling brine:
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1 cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
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1 cup water
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½–¾ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
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1½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black peppercorns
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½ tsp mustard seeds
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2–3 whole cloves (optional, for a subtle warm spice)
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1 small cinnamon stick (optional)
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1–2 bay leaves
🧑🍳 Instructions:
1. Cook the beets:
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Trim off beet greens (save them for sautéing later!)
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Rinse beets and place in a large pot. Cover with water.
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Bring to a boil and simmer for 30–45 minutes, or until fork-tender.
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Drain and let cool slightly.
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Peel beets (skins should rub off easily once cooked). Slice or cut into wedges.
2. Make the brine:
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In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and spices.
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Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar and salt.
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Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
3. Pack the jars:
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Place sliced beets into clean jars (pint or quart size).
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Pour hot brine over beets, making sure they’re fully covered.
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Let cool to room temp, then cover tightly.
4. Refrigerator method:
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Store in the refrigerator. Wait at least 24–48 hours before eating for best flavor.
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Keeps well for 3–4 weeks refrigerated.
🔥 Want to can them for long-term storage?
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Use sterilized canning jars.
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Fill with hot beets and hot brine, leaving ½” headspace.
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Wipe rims, apply lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes (for pint jars).
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Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
🧂 Flavor Variations:
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Add thinly sliced red onions or pearl onions to the jars.
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Use balsamic vinegar for a deeper, richer flavor.
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Add fresh dill or rosemary for an herbal twist.
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For a spicy version, add chili flakes or a sliced jalapeño.
🥗 Serve Pickled Beets With:
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Goat cheese & arugula salad
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Hard-boiled eggs (classic combo!)
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Roasted meats
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On burgers or sandwiches
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In grain bowls