Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles Recipe

These vibrant Spiced Beet Refrigerator Pickles are a family favorite, perfected over 30 years! Skip the bland canned beets – this recipe delivers fresh, tangy, and perfectly spiced beets in just minutes. A small batch recipe, perfect for those who crave the flavor of homemade without the canning hassle. Made with apple cider vinegar for a superior taste, this recipe features tender beets and sweet onions, infused with warming spices. Ready in 12 hours, but even better after 2 days! They'll brighten up any meal and last up to 4-6 weeks in the refrigerator.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 67.9 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles

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How to Make Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles

  1. Thinly slice 1 lb of peeled red beets and 1 medium red onion.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
  3. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Stir in 1 cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar), 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, and 2 bay leaves (or equivalent ground spices).
  6. In a large bowl, combine the sliced beets and onions.
  7. Pour the spiced vinegar mixture over the beets and onions, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  8. If using whole spices, you can pack the beet mixture into two large jars and divide the spices evenly between them.
  9. If using ground spices, simply mix them into the liquid before pouring over the beets and onions.
  10. Cover the bowl or jars tightly.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours, or preferably 2 days, for best flavor. These will keep for 4-6 weeks in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

53g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles?

Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles?

Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles has approximately 67.9 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles?

The key ingredients for Spiced Beets Refrigerater Pickles are Beets, Yellow Onion, Apple Cider Vinegar, Water, Sugar, Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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