Best Chilled Beets
Chilled beets with a tangy, sweet, and slightly thickened sauce, perfect as a refreshing side dish or appetizer for warm-weather gatherings and family meals.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Drain the beets, reserving 1 1/2 cups of juice in a large saucepan.
- Add cornstarch to the juice and mix well.
- Add the beets, vinegar, salt, ketchup, and vanilla; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, stirring often.
- Remove the spice bag if used.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
339
kcal
17% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).