Balsamic Barbecued Beets

By
Jolinda Hackett
Jolinda Hackett
Jolinda Hackett has written five books about plant-based cooking and has developed hundreds of vegan and vegetarian recipes.
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Updated on 05/10/22
Grilled bbq beets

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Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 25 mins
Marinate time: 60 mins
Total: 90 mins
Servings: 4 servings

In this easy grilled beetroot recipe, you'll marinate beets in a simple herbed balsamic vinaigrette dressing before sticking them on a heated grill for a delicious barbecued side dish perfect for vegetarians and vegans, or as a veggie burger topper. Grilled beets have a lovely flavor profile which is naturally sweet, with a touch of caramel as the beets get charred on the grill. Add the balsamic vinegar and some fresh herbs, as in this recipe, and you've got a dish bursting with a myriad of flavors fresh off your outdoor or indoor grill. 

These easy balsamic barbecued beets are vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free. Eat your barbecued beets as is, or add them to a green salad or pasta salad. For an appetizer, top them or pair them with a smooth goat cheese or a crumbly blue cheese.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, more as needed

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped dried rosemary

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried savory

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried sage

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram

  • 4 large beets

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. First, prepare your beets. Whether or not you peel them is up to you, but most people don't like the rough skins. Just like potatoes, you'll need to rinse and scrub your beets well, especially if you decide not to peel them. Cut the beets into 1/2-inch slices.

  3. In a wide flat dish, whisk together all the ingredients except the beets and until well combined.

  4. Place the beets in the dish, coating well with the vinegar and allow to marinate for at least 1 hour.

  5. Wrap beets in foil, drizzling with extra marinade and folding the foil to seal well. Grill for 20 to 25 minutes, or until beets are soft.

  6. Remove beets from foil and place directly on the grill for another minute or two.

  7. Drizzle your beets with additional balsamic vinegar just before serving or use a balsamic reduction sauce for a nice presentation.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
53 Calories
0g Fat
11g Carbs
1g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories 53
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 54mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 1g
Vitamin C 3mg 13%
Calcium 25mg 2%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 229mg 5%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)