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Recipe: Instant Pot Beets

Instant Pot Beets

Some research found that beets may possibly lower blood pressure, drop risks of heart disease, boost endurance performance, help fight inflammation, prevent chronic diseases, and help purify your blood and liver. Plus, they taste good.

INGREDIENTS

  • 6 (1 3/4 lb) medium sized beets (7.5″ circumference)
  • 1 cup water

DIRECTIONS

  1. Rub and wash the beets under cold running water. Trim and discard roots.
  2. Pour 1 cup of tap water in the Instant Pot
  3. Place a trivet or steam basket in the Instant Pot
  4. Place the beets on the trivet
  5. Cook high-pressure for 24 minutes (firm, with a little crunch) – or 28 minutes (soft, with some chew)
  6. Quick release
  7. Peel, cut, and serve. Optionally eat the skin.
  8. May sprinkle with a salt, balsamic vinegar

Use below cooking guide:

5 inches: 11 – 15 minutes
5.5 inches: 14 – 18 minutes
6 inches: 17 – 21 minutes
6.5 inches: 18 – 23 minutes
7 inches: 20 – 25 minutes
7.5 inches: 24 – 28 minutes
8 inches: 27 – 31 minutes
8.5 inches: 30 – 34 minutes
9 inches: 32 – 36 minutes