Oven-Baked Beetroot With Herbs (Juicy Roasted Beets Recipe)

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Say hello to the juiciest and most flavorful oven-baked beetroot! You will absolutely love how tender and succulent these oven-baked beets are! These are so easy peasy to make, and you will be left with the most delicious baked beetroots that you can add to salads, bowls, and more. You can also enjoy baked beets by themselves with a sprinkle of feta cheese – YUM!

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Say hello to the juiciest and most flavorful oven-baked beetroot! You will absolutely love how tender and succulent these oven-baked beets are! These are so easy peasy to make, and you will be left with the most delicious baked beetroots that you can add to salads, bowls, and more. You can also enjoy baked beets by themselves with a sprinkle of feta cheese – YUM!

BEST Oven-Baked Beets Recipe

An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peel and cut into cubes, season with olive oil, herbs, and spices. Then wrap and bake until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park. Cos, you can literally make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Say no to “dry, burnt, roasted beets!” You have been doing it wrong all along, and here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven!

An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

These beets come out with the best flavor and texture. You won’t struggle to cook them right anymore, plus you can add them to your salads and bowls, or just eat them as-is. The fresh herbs really bring out the best in this healthy vegetable. You can also make this in the air fryer. See my air fryer roasted beets!

If you’ve been to my blog before, you know just how much I love beets. I truly do, and these oven-baked beets with herbs are one of my favorite ways to cook this root veggie. It’s such a perfect and simple meal prep recipe too. I have a feeling you’re going to love it too! And you will also love my other beets recipes including shredded beets salad, sautéed beets greens, beet juice, beet red velvet cookies, raw beetroot feta salad, etc. This oven-baked beetroot surely takes the cakes!

An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

Why You Will Actually Love This Delicious Oven-Baked Beetroot Recipe

  • Juiciest oven-baked beets! You will absolutely love how tender and succulent these are!  
  • This oven-baked beetroot can be a side dish or added to salads, bowls, and more. Adding them to quinoa bowls maybe my favorite thing to do!
  • They are so healthy! Yes, these are nutritious and equally tasty! 
  • They’re delicious and satisfying, too.
  • You won’t believe how easy it is to make these oven-baked beetroots because they are cubed, cooking becomes easy!
  • Oven-baked beets make an excellent snack!
  • Perfect for meal prep; I love making this recipe at the beginning of the week and then using it throughout the week and adding to bowls, salads, etc.
  • This recipe is dairy-free and vegan.
  • Beetroot is gluten-free and perfect for people who are on different diets.
  • You will never bake or roast your beets another way! Also, make sure to check out my YouTube Channel to follow along!😊
An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

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Ingredients for Baking Beets in the Oven

  • Raw beetroots (any color and any quantity you want): Wash, peel, and cut into smaller cubes or chunks. 
  • Olive oil (EVOO)
  • Salt (add salt to your taste)
  • Black pepper
  • Sprigs of fresh rosemary
  • Sprigs of fresh thyme
  • Maggi cube or Knorr (optional)

How to Roast Juicy Beetroots in the Oven (Step-by-Step)

When cooking the best succulent beetroots in your oven, follow this recipe. You will have the best textures and flavors!

  1. Preheat

    Preheat your oven to 400F.

  2. Prep the Beetroots

    While the oven heats up, get your beets ready. Trim the beet greens from the beetroots and wash thoroughly with a clean sponge, as there may be lots of sand. Peel and cut the beets into smaller chunks or cubes, making sure they’re the same size. While the oven heats up, get your beets ready. Trim the beet greens from the beetroots and wash thoroughly with a clean sponge, as there may be lots of sand. Peel and cut the beets into smaller chunks or cubes, making sure they’re the same size.

  3. Season

    Place cut beets into a big bowl and add all the seasoning ingredients – olive oil, salt, pepper, Maggi, fresh rosemary, and thyme. Combine very well and taste and adjust the flavor.An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

  4. Wrap in Foil and Bake Beetroot In Oven

    You will bake your beets using a large pan or a (9×13) baking pan. First, cut two 17-inch pieces of foil and spread them out in length and width, forming a cross-like shape. Then, place your seasoned beets in the middle and spread them out, gently covering them with (extra) foil. Please watch the short cooking video above. Place into your pre-heated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes until fork-tender and juicy. The size and quantity typically determine the baking time. You can check the beets after 25 minutes.You will bake your beets using a large pan or a (9x13) baking pan. First, cut two 17-inch pieces of foil and spread them out in length and width, forming a cross-like shape. Then, place your seasoned beets in the middle and spread them out, gently covering them with (extra) foil. Please watch the short cooking video above. Place into your pre-heated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes until tender and juicy. The size and quantity typically determine the baking time. You can check the beets after 25 minutes.

  5. Serve Warm or Cool

    Remove cooked beets from foil, serve immediately or place on a platter to cool before serving.An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

What to Serve with Oven-Baked Beetroot

Go right ahead and serve baked beets with quinoa, salad greens, or simply sprinkle some feta and enjoy. If you need more ideas, here are some recipes:

How to Store Oven-Baked Beets Leftovers

Place cooked beets in a storage-safe container and keep them in your refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Variations / Substitutions / Suggestions

  • You can use any fresh herbs that you like, whether it’s a taste preference or you can’t find fresh rosemary and thyme.
  • The Maggi cube or Knorr is optional, but I highly recommend it because it adds additional flavors.
  • Let these oven-roasted beets be your side dish for dinner or make them ahead for a week of salads and bowl toppings to live your best life!
  • You can bake your beetroot without any seasoning if you are allergic or sensitive to certain seasonings.
  • You can swap extra virgin olive to any oil of your choice. You can also use butter if needed.
An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

Oven-Baked Beetroot FAQs:

What is the best temperature to roast beets?

I always say that 400F is the best temperature for roasting beets. The time will vary depending on the size of your beet cubes though. You can test them after 25 minutes with a fork or skewer.

Do I need to peel beets before roasting?

Some recipes do not require you to peel them first, but I recommend it. It will make your life easier.

Is it better to boil or bake beets?

Personally, I think it is better to bake beets than boil them. On the other hand, boiled beets equally taste great. When people tell me they don’t like beets, it’s almost always because they’ve had them baked as this recipe requires. Roasting beets are much better because they give you better flavors and a wonderfully tender texture.

What is the best cooking method for beetroots?

The best cooking method for beets is roasting them, hands down. And if you really want to split hairs, dare I say that my recipe is one of the best? I have served these to people who claim to hate beets, and every time, they are astounded because they don’t know how delicious beets can be!

What are the perfect herbs for cooking beets?

Rosemary and thyme are perfect herbs for your beets, but if you don’t have those, you could use fresh tarragon, basil, or even oregano.

Can I eat beetroots without first cooking them?

You can actually eat beets without cooking them first, though you will need to peel them. Also, they can be much tougher and crunchier. If you’re going to go that route, make sure you slice or grate them into thin pieces to use in salads or relishes.

An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

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Say hello to the juiciest and most flavorful oven-baked beetroot! You will absolutely love how tender and succulent these oven-baked beets are! These are so easy peasy to make, and you will be left with the most delicious baked beetroots that you can add to salads, bowls, and more. You can also enjoy baked beets by themselves with a sprinkle of feta cheese – YUM!

Oven-Baked Beetroot With Herbs (Juicy Roasted Beets Recipe)

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  • Author: Nkechi Ajaeroh, MPH
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile!

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 medium-size beetroots (any color and any quantity you want)
  • 1 – 2 tablespoons of olive oil (EVOO)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (add salt to your taste)
  • ¼ – ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
  • 4–5 sprigs of fresh thyme
  • ½–1 small Maggi cube or ½ tsp Knorr Bouillon (optional) An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

Instructions

  1. Preheat. Preheat your oven to 400F.
  2. Prep the Beetroots. While the oven heats up, get your beets ready. Trim the beet greens from the beetroots and wash thoroughly with a clean sponge, as there may be lots of sand. Peel and cut the beets into smaller chunks or cubes, making sure they’re the same size.While the oven heats up, get your beets ready. Trim the beet greens from the beetroots and wash thoroughly with a clean sponge, as there may be lots of sand. Peel and cut the beets into smaller chunks or cubes, making sure they’re the same size.  
  3. Season. Place cut beets into a big bowl and add all the seasoning ingredients – olive oil, salt, pepper, Maggi, fresh rosemary, and thyme. Combine very well, and taste and adjust the flavor.An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.
  4. Wrap in Foil and Bake Beetroot In the Oven. You will bake your beets using a large pan or a (9×13) baking pan. First, cut two 17-inch pieces of foil and spread them out in length and width, forming a cross-like shape. Then, place your seasoned beets in the middle and spread them out, gently covering them with (extra) foil. Please watch the short cooking video. Place into your pre-heated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes until tender and juicy. The size and quantity typically determine the baking time. You can check the beets after 25 minutes.You will bake your beets using a large pan or a (9x13) baking pan. First, cut two 17-inch pieces of foil and spread them out in length and width, forming a cross-like shape. Then, place your seasoned beets in the middle and spread them out, gently covering them with (extra) foil. Please watch the short cooking video above. Place into your pre-heated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes until tender and juicy. The size and quantity typically determine the baking time. You can check the beets after 25 minutes. 
  5. Serve Warm or Cool. Remove cooked beets from foil, serve immediately, or place on a platter to cool before serving.An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets. 

Notes

Wear gloves when handling red beets because they can stain very easily. Use these gloves when you’re cutting the beets as well as when you are mixing them with the herbs and seasonings. Ensure that the chunks you cut for your beets are the same size as this helps with even cooking.

The goal is to bake a juicy beet that is not dry. Make sure to look at my step-by-step pictures and the video.

Baked beets are perfect for meal prep! I love making these to enjoy throughout the week!

Don’t waste the beet greens you trim from the top. Follow my recipe for Easy Sauteed Beet Greens!

Want to use the air fryer instead? See my air fryer roasted beetroots!

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An easy, juicy oven-baked beetroot recipe is effortless to make. First, peeled and cut into cubes, seasoned with olive oil, herbs, and spices, then wrapped and baked until tender and juicy. These baked beets recipe come together quickly and make a perfect delicious side dish for any main. With this roasted beetroot recipe, baking beets is indeed a walk in the park because you can make them with your eyes closed. And you are left with juicy, tender, and tasty oven-baked beetroot that is versatile! Here is the perfect way to make the yummiest, most satisfying beetroot in your oven! #Beets #beetroot How to cook beets.

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