Homemade Pickled Beets

Homemade Pickled Beets

Introduction

Homemade Pickled Beets are sweet, tangy, and beautifully vibrant. They’re the perfect balance of earthy and bright flavors, making them a delicious addition to salads, sandwiches, or served as a simple side dish. Easy to prepare and even better after chilling, these refrigerator pickled beets are a must-have for anyone who loves bold, fresh flavors.

Ingredients

For the beets

• 2 pounds fresh beets, trimmed and scrubbed (900 g / 32 oz)
• Water, for boiling

For the pickling brine

• 1 cup white vinegar (240 ml)
• ½ cup granulated sugar (100 g)
• ½ cup water (120 ml)
• 1 teaspoon salt (5 g)
• ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns (optional)
• 2–3 whole cloves (optional)
• ½ small onion, thinly sliced (optional)

Directions