Name: Sweet Roasted Golden Beets: Fresh Basil Garnish
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 4 large golden beets, peeled and cubed (1/2-inch); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, or to taste; 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves, or more to taste; Flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Beets

Roasted Golden Beets with Basil

Sep 5, 2025
by Abraham Gorczany
- 3.0 / 5 ( 1 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

25 mins
TOTAL TIME

35 mins
SERVING

4 People
VIEWS

3

Earthy golden beets, kissed with the bright aroma of fresh basil and a whisper of sea salt, transform into a vibrant and elegant side dish.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

4 large golden beets, peeled and cubed (1/2-inch)

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, or to taste

2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil leaves, or more to taste

Flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

24 g
Fiber

7 g
Protein

4 g
Saturated Fat

1 g
Sodium

194 mg
Fat

4 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

5 mins

On a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil, arrange the peeled and cubed golden beets. Create a makeshift bowl by folding up the edges of the foil. (2 minutes)

03

Step

30 mins

Drizzle generously with olive oil, ensuring all the beets are lightly coated. Sprinkle with the freshly chopped basil. Season generously with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. (3 minutes)

04

Step

Roast in the preheated oven until the beets are tender and easily pierced with a fork, approximately 30 minutes. (30 minutes)

05

Step

Carefully remove the foil packet from the oven. Serve immediately, or let cool slightly and enjoy.

For a deeper flavor, try adding a clove of minced garlic to the beets before roasting.
A splash of balsamic vinegar after roasting adds a tangy counterpoint to the sweetness of the beets.
Roasting time may vary depending on the size of the beet cubes and your oven. Check for doneness after 25 minutes.
Consider adding a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts or crumbled goat cheese for added texture and flavor.

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