Canning Beets

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 4

Canning beets yields sweet, tangy preserved beets with a hint of black pepper, perfect for salads or as a colorful side dish, appealing to those who enjoy homemade preserves.

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Ingredients

  • beets
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 c. vinegar
  • 2 c. water
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 5 to 6 whole black peppers per pint

Instructions

  1. Wash the beets thoroughly.
  2. Cook the beets until done, but not soft.
  3. Peel the cooked beets.
  4. Put the sugar, vinegar, water, and salt in a large pot and bring to a boil.
  5. Add the beets to the mixture and heat until they become hot.
  6. Place the beets and whole black peppers into sterilized jars.
  7. Heat the mixture until it reaches a rolling boil and pour over the beets in the jars.
  8. Screw the tops on the jars tightly.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

53 kcal 3% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.9g 2% DV
Total Fat 0.1g
Carbs 12g 4% DV
Fiber 1.6g 6% DV
Sugar 5.1g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9746.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 128.8mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.3mcg
Vitamin C 10.1mg 11% DV
Calcium 25mg 2% DV
Iron 0.9mg 5% DV

* % 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).

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