How to Make Beets with Mandarin Oranges - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beets with mandarin oranges is a vibrant and delicious side dish that adds a pop of color and sweet citrus flavor to any meal. This recipe takes the earthy sweetness of beets and pairs it with the juicy, bright taste of mandarin oranges for a unique and refreshing combination that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Beets are not only flavorful but also incredibly nutritious. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, beets offer numerous health benefits, including...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon apple pie spice
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 (15 ounce) can sliced beets, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Whisk together sugar, vinegar, apple pie spice, and cornstarch in a large, microwave safe bowl until combined.
  • Cook in microwave on High until the mixture is boiling and has thickened, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes. Stir the drained beets and mandarin orange segments into the thickened sauce. Allow the beets to reheat in the sauce, do not microwave further, or the mandarin oranges will come apart. Serve either warm or cold.
  • Nutrition

    111 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 170mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 247mg