Mama'S Beets

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Mama's Beets offers a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, with tender beets coated in a glossy, flavorful sauce. Perfect as a side dish or a unique accompaniment, it appeals to those who enjoy vibrant, homemade comfort foods with a touch of nostalgia.

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Ingredients

  • 1 can beets
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons corn starch

Instructions

  1. Drain the beets and save the juice.
  2. In a saucepan, combine the beet juice (optional), sugar, vinegar, and corn starch.
  3. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens.
  4. Pour the thickened sauce over the beets and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

167 kcal 8% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.5g 3% DV
Total Fat 4g 5% DV
Carbs 31.2g 11% DV
Fiber 2.3g 8% DV
Sugar 6.1g 12% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 279mg 12% DV
Potassium 148.3mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.3mcg
Vitamin C 10.1mg 11% DV
Calcium 23.5mg 2% DV
Iron 0.9mg 5% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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