Ingredients
• The Star: 6-8 medium fresh Beets (scrubbed and trimmed).
• The Pickling Liquid: 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar and 1 cup water (or beet cooking liquid).
• The “Sugar-Free” Sweetener: ½ cup Monk Fruit or Erythritol (replaces the white sugar).
• Warm Spices: 1 tsp Whole Cloves, 1 tsp Whole Allspice berries, and 1 Cinnamon stick.
• Flavor: ½ tsp Sea Salt.
Preparation Steps
1. Prepare the Beets: Place the scrubbed beets in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 25–30 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
2. The Easy Peel: Drain and immediately plunge the beets into ice water. The skins should slip right off with just a little pressure from your thumbs—it’s like magic!
3. Slice or Wedge: Slice the peeled beets into rounds or wedges, just like the beautiful slice featured on the fork in your picture.
4. Create the Brine: In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar-free sweetener, salt, and spices. Bring to a gentle boil for 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
5. Jar It Up: Pack the sliced beets into clean glass mason jars. Pour the hot brine over the beets, ensuring they are completely submerged.
6. Chill and Set: Let the jars cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate. For the best “melt-in-your-mouth” tang, let them sit for at least 24 hours before eating.
Why This Fits Your “Healthy Treasure” Collection
• Naturally Flourless: This traditional pickling method uses no grains or thickeners, making it a perfectly clean snack.
• Zero Refined Sugar: By using Monk Fruit, you preserve the beets’ natural sweetness without the inflammatory effects of processed sugar.
• Liver & Skin Support: Beets are famous for supporting detoxification and providing antioxidants that help maintain that healthy “reborn” glow.