Here’s a simple and tasty Refrigerator Pickled Beets recipe you can make without canning—perfect for a tangy, sweet, and healthy side! 🌿
🥗 Refrigerator Pickled Beets
Ingredients
- 4–5 medium cooked beets (boiled, roasted, or steamed), peeled and sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1–2 cloves garlic (optional)
- ½ tsp black peppercorns (optional)
- 1 small cinnamon stick or a few slices of fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the beets
- Slice cooked beets into thin rounds or cubes.
- Place them in a clean glass jar or container.
- Make the pickling liquid
- In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt.
- Heat gently until sugar and salt dissolve.
- Add optional spices (garlic, peppercorns, cinnamon, or ginger) for extra flavor.
- Combine
- Pour the warm pickling liquid over the beets until fully submerged.
- Let it cool to room temperature, then cover with a lid.
- Refrigerate
- Chill for at least 24 hours before eating.
- Flavor improves over 2–3 days.
- Lasts in the fridge for up to 2–3 weeks.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add sliced red onions for extra crunch and flavor.
- Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar for a natural sweetness.
- Try adding a few cloves or allspice for a warm, spiced version.
If you want, I can also give you a quick 10-minute method for pickled beets that’s extra sweet, tangy, and ready to eat the same day! Do you want me to?
