If you enjoy beets, pickled beets are one of the easiest ways to turn this colorful root vegetable into a tangy, flavorful side dish.
With their deep red color, slightly sweet flavor, and delicious vinegar brine, pickled beets are perfect alongside salads, sandwiches, burgers, grilled meats, or even enjoyed straight from the jar.
This traditional recipe uses vinegar, a little sugar, spices, and fresh beets for a classic sweet-and-sour flavor.
🥣 Ingredients
- 7 pounds fresh beets, preferably 2–2½ inches in diameter
- 4 cups vinegar with 5% acidity
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups sugar
- 1½ teaspoons pickling or canning salt
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 12 whole cloves
- 4–6 small onions, thinly sliced — optional
