Description
This easy Pickled Beets recipe results in tangy, sweet, and perfectly spiced beets that are ideal for salads, sandwiches, or snacking. These pickled beets make a flavorful and colorful addition to any meal.
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Ingredients for Pickled Beets:
- 4 medium roasted beets, cooled, peeled, and sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (dry) ground mustard
- 5 whole black peppercorns
Instructions
- Prepare the Beets: Start by roasting 4 medium beets until tender. Let them cool, peel, and slice.
- Prepare the Pickling Liquid: In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, salt, ground mustard, and black peppercorns. Bring to a boil, then simmer until the sugar dissolves.
- Pickle the Beets: Place the beet slices in a sterilized jar or container. Pour the pickling liquid over the beets, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let the beets marinate in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving.
