15-Minute Pickled Beets (Kitchen Hack Version)

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15-Minute Pickled Beets (Kitchen Hack Version)

15-Minute Pickled Beets (Kitchen Hack Version)
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    3 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    48 hrs 18 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    21

Craving the tangy sweetness of pickled beets but short on time? This lightning-fast recipe delivers a vibrant, flavorful batch in minutes, bypassing the lengthy traditional methods. All you need is a jar of beets and a few pantry staples to unlock a taste of homemade goodness with minimal effort.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Sodium
    149 mg
  • Sugar
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
2 mins

Drain most of the beet juice from the jar, leaving approximately ½ inch of juice at the bottom of the jar. (1 minute)

02

Step
1 mins

In a saucepan, combine the sugar, white vinegar, salt, and cloves. Place over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar completely dissolves, forming a smooth syrup. This should take about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool slightly for 5 to 10 minutes.

03

Step
5 mins

Pour the cooled syrup over the beets in the jar, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal the jar tightly and gently shake to distribute the syrup evenly. (2 minutes)

04

Step
1 mins

Refrigerate the beets for at least 2 to 3 days to allow the flavors to meld and intensify. The longer they sit, the more flavorful they become. (2-3 days)

For a deeper flavor, try adding a pinch of ground ginger or a bay leaf to the syrup.
If you prefer a less sweet pickle, reduce the amount of sugar to 1/2 cup.
These pickled beets are excellent as a side dish, in salads, or as a colorful addition to a cheese board.

Gilberto Schumm

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)

  • Stacy Dare

    Jun 30, 2025

    I was skeptical that these could taste good so quickly, but they were amazing after just 3 days!

  • Elizabeth Deckow

    Jun 10, 2025

    Super easy and a great way to dress up store-bought pickled beets. I added a star anise for extra flavor.

  • Bonnie Botsford

    May 25, 2025

    This is my go-to recipe when I need a quick and tasty side. So much better than plain pickled beets!

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