Recette Cuisson Betterave Rouge Facile et Savoureuse

Easy and Tasty Beetroot Cooking Recipe

Name: Cuisson betterave rouge
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 portions
Cuisine: Française
Ingredients: 1 kg de betteraves rouges fraîches; 1 c. à café de fleur de sel; ½ c. à café de poivre noir moulu

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Updated: July 2, 2025 • Reading time ≈ 20 min.

1. Why master cooking beetroot ?

Frankly, beetroot is often underestimated. Yet, when cooked properly, it's mild, slightly sweet, and full of nutrients that sparkle for your health. But cooking beetroot can be a slippery slope: overcooked, it becomes a tasteless mush; undercooked, and it's tough and unpleasant.

The goal here is to teach you how to cook just right, with methods adapted to your lifestyle and your equipment. From there, you'll be able to enjoy yourself all summer long: vitamin-packed bowls, fresh salads, or even barbecues (yes, yes, it works very well!).

We'll cover oven cooking, steam cooking, boiling cooking, and even air frying (link below). You'll see, it's not that complicated, I promise!

2. Essential ingredients and accessories

2.1. Your allies for cooking beetroot

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Fresh beetroot

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Guérande flower of salt

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Organic Kampot black pepper

2.2. Useful utensils

A large saucepan, or better, an Air Fryer for quick and healthy cooking.
A steamer basket or pressure cooker for gentle cooking that preserves vitamins.
A good, sturdy knife and cutting board.
How to wrap the beetroot: aluminum foil if baking, or organic plastic bag if steaming.

3. Cooking times & methods

Here's a quick overview of the times to remember:

In a traditional oven (180°C): 50 to 70 minutes.
Steaming : 40 to 60 minutes depending on size.
In boiling water : 30 to 45 minutes depending on size.
In the Air Fryer : 25 to 35 minutes (healthy mode guaranteed!).
On the barbecue , wrapped in aluminum foil: 40 to 50 minutes.

You can already see that your choice of method depends on the time you have available and the texture you want. Personally, I prefer steaming for the melting texture, and cooking on the barbecue for a smoky taste (ideal for summer with friends).

4. Detailed steps for perfect cooking

🌿 Wash your beets well without peeling them: the skin protects the flesh and prevents them from drying out.
🛍️ Packaging : If baking or barbecuing, wrap each beetroot tightly in aluminum foil.
🔥 Choose your cooking :

In the oven: preheat to 180°C, place the wrapped beets on a baking sheet, bake for 50-70 min.
Steam: Place the beets in the steamer basket over boiling water, cover, and cook for 40-60 minutes.
In water: Place the beets in a pan of cold salted water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cook for 30-45 min.
Air Fryer: wrap and place in the tank, set to 180°C for 25-35 min depending on size.
Barbecue: like the oven, always wrapped, placed in the indirect zone.

⏳ Check the cooking : insert a knife blade near the stem; it should enter without resistance.
❄️ Cooling : immerse in a bowl of cold water or let cool to make peeling easier.
👩🍳 Peeling : The skin slides off easily with your fingers or a cloth.

5. Lou's Tips & Advice

Is beetroot staining your hands? Bring disposable gloves, or rub with a little lemon to reduce the color.
Add a pinch of fleur de sel at the end of cooking to enhance the natural sweetness.
Pepper with freshly ground Kampot black pepper —the subtle spice kicks everything up a notch.
You can cook beets on a barbecue : leave them long, wrap them, and enjoy the extra smoky flavor (tested and approved in summer buddy mode).
To speed up cooking, cut the beets into pieces, but be careful; the skin protects the flesh and prevents it from turning into mush.

6. FAQ cooking beetroot

How do I know if my beetroot is cooked?

The simple method: pierce with a fork or knife, without forcing. If it goes in without resistance, it's ready.

Should you always peel beetroot before cooking?

No, cooking is often done with the skin on to preserve flavor and moisture. Peeling is done cold, after cooking. Easier and less messy.

What are the benefits of beetroot?

It's a powerhouse of fiber, vitamin C, folate, and antioxidants – great for boosting your energy, preventing fatigue, and naturally purifying.

Can beetroot be cooked in the microwave?

Yes, by cutting the root into thin slices or cubes, cover well and adjust the time (5-10 min depending on quantity), but the taste remains a little less intense than steaming or baking.

7. Quick ideas to enhance beetroot

Raw grated with balsamic vinegar, olive oil and a little fleur de sel – simplicity itself.
In crispy chips, thin slices baked in the oven with a drizzle of oil.
In a salad bowl with quinoa, feta, walnuts and pumpkin seeds.
Blended into a warm velvety soup, with a hint of crème fraîche.
To accompany your grilled food, especially if you have a summer barbecue !
As dips for crunchy vegetables or homemade fries, especially those made with an Air Fryer .