High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Ginger-Lime Beet Fries
Beets get a serious glow-up here, roasted at high heat until their edges caramelize into something almost candy-like, then finished with a bright hit of fresh lime juice and fragrant ginger. The wedge cut gives you that satisfying fry shape with crispy edges and a tender, earthy center that's genuinely hard to stop eating. Every ingredient in this recipe is whole and unprocessed — coconut oil, sea salt, fresh citrus, real ginger — so there's zero chance of a sneaky sweetener hiding in the mix. That matters more than you'd think, since processed condiments and spice blends are common culprits for unwanted additives even in otherwise clean recipes. Turmeric adds a warm, golden undertone that plays beautifully against the lime zest, and the optional cilantro brings a fresh, herby finish that ties everything together. These come together on a single sheet pan with minimal prep, making them an easy weeknight side or a genuinely impressive addition to a dinner spread.
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4 servings
- 2 lb medium beets (about 4–5 beets), peeled and cut into ½-inch wedges
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1–2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the beet wedges, melted coconut oil, grated ginger, lime zest, sea salt, and turmeric. Toss until every wedge is evenly coated.
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