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Stepping away from the traditional potato, these BBQ Beet Fries are a healthy, low-carb, baked side to any summer cookout. Make room on your plate for this super veggie showstopper. Gluten-free, vegan, and paleo, everyone can enjoy some “fries!”

BBQ Beet Fries | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 The perfect low-carb baked fry recipe that's gluten-free, vegan, and paleo to fit every dietary need while still being a delicious summer staple!

Who am I?! I’m cheating on potatoes with beets! Actually beets are one of my other favorite foods (okay, I have a lot of favorites and you probably want me to shut-up since I say every food is my favorite but…), I thought they should get some recipe love. I usually just eat my daily beets (yes, daily) chopped up and raw in a mix of veggies I have for dinner, but sometimes a girl has to get fancy with her beets.

BBQ Beet Fries | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 The perfect low-carb baked fry recipe that's gluten-free, vegan, and paleo to fit every dietary need while still being a delicious summer staple!

Here’s my history with beets. I started as the typical American with being introduced to beets as pickled and in a jar. I think I told my mom I wanted to try them because I saw this very old episode of Doug (does anyone remember that show?) and he was forced to eat beets at the dinner table. Well, I wanted to try them for myself, so I did. And I loved those salty, pickled, cold sliced beets! Then years later, my dad actually bought REAL beets with the greens still attached. I was amazed. He simple boiled them on the stove and we ate them cut up. O, I fell in love all over again! Then I wanted to start making REAL beets all the time, so I eventually started roasting them in the oven. One of my first “recipes” on the blog was how to roast beets (which I called my candy). My mom and I loved them this way. Then I got pretty lazy and didn’t feel like having them bake for so long. So I skipped even peeling them to begin with. Then I just said screw it and started enjoying them, unpeeled, and raw! I will always loved a perfect roasted sweet beet (cold from the fridge the next day is best, just like Brussels!), but raw and crunchy has been the name of the game for a while now!

BBQ Beet Fries | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 The perfect low-carb baked fry recipe that's gluten-free, vegan, and paleo to fit every dietary need while still being a delicious summer staple!

Except this time. Not raw today! No, baked into “fries”! BBQ coated fries! You don’t even need to dip them (even though I still did)! I actually got the idea for these when someone, a few months ago, posted a picture either on instagram or their blog, of beet fries that they had at some restaurant. They said the fries were one of the best things ever. So, I got to thinking and made my own. That’s a lot easier than traveling hundreds of miles for some beet fries…even for this beet lover!

BBQ Beet Fries

BBQ Beet Fries | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 The perfect low-carb baked fry recipe that's gluten-free, vegan, and paleo to fit every dietary need while still being a delicious summer staple!

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BBQ Beet Fries

Stepping away from the traditional potato, these BBQ Beet Fries are a healthy, low-carb, baked side to any summer cookout. Make room on your plate for this super veggie showstopper. Gluten-free, vegan, and paleo, everyone can enjoy some “fries!”

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Yield: 3-4 1x
  • Category: Side Dish, Snack
  • Cuisine: American
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Wash the beets and then, without peeling them, cut the end off so the tips are flat. Then Cut each beet in half and then cut each in to thin wedges.
  3. In a large bowl, combine all spices and sauce. Then coat all the beet wedges in the mixture, making sure every side and slice is well and coated.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then lay out each wedge and place the sheet in the oven to bake for 15 minutes. Flip each wedge and bake for another 15 minutes.
  5. Remove and serve with more BBQ sauce….or ketchup 😉

BBQ Beet Fries | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 The perfect low-carb baked fry recipe that's gluten-free, vegan, and paleo to fit every dietary need while still being a delicious summer staple!

Yes, these are pretty unconventional baked “fries”, but they are a super tasty and perfect side dish for summer cooking! And even if you’re shaking you head about beets, since I know there are some “beet-haters” out there, give these a try before you knock ’em! You may just be surprised! I mean, everything is better with BBQ sauce (or ketchup) and eaten as a fry!

So tell me:

+ Beet lover or (the evil) beet hater?

+ If you do love them, what’s you favorite way to eat beets? I’ve also been known to puree them, pancake them, and spiralize them, haha!

*Recipe linking up for the week! Allergy Free Wednesdays, #RecipeOfTheWeek, #StrangeButGood, Gluten-Free Wednesdays, Real Food Friday, Gluten-Free Fridays, Tasty Tuesdays, Savoring Saturdays, Healthy Vegan Fridays, Tasty Tuesdays, Meatless Mondays, Lena’s Tasty Tuesdays!*


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Comments

  1. Becky says

    I too am a beet lover! I HATED canned beets I was served as a kid, but as an adult discovering juicing I fell in love with the earthy sweetness they bring to a fresh vegetable juice.
    Then like you, I discovered their crunchy wonderfulness raw, in salads – I’m too lazy to peel as well and if you ask me you don’t need to peel them.
    Gonna try these chips, thank you!!

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  5. Aimee says

    Love love love beets! Pickled or roasted.. Yum! My son is 8 and he has eaten pickeled beets for years can’t get him to tray them any other way but that’s ok.

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  6. Raia says

    These sound fun! I’m going to have to try them out the next time I have beets on hand. Thanks so much for sharing them at Savoring Saturdays, Rebecca! They were the most popular recipe, so we’re all featuring them this weekend. 🙂

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  7. Tracy says

    I’ve been loving beets lately on my salad! I don’t know why I didn’t add them sooner! Great idea to roast and bbq them! Thanks for sharing this great recipe! Might give it a whirl tonight!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Beets are amazing! ALWAYS include them on your salad girl!
      O, I hope you do try these! Let me know!

      Reply

  9. Deborah Davis says

    How lovely and easy to make! This dish will be so great at my summer picnics! I am delighted that you shared your healthy and delicious BBQ Beet Fries recipe with us on the Plant-Based Potluck Party Link Up. I appreciate it and I can’t
    wait to try your recipe. I’m pinning and sharing.

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  11. Miz Helen says

    We are going to just love your BBQ Beet Fries! Thanks so much for sharing your post with Full Plate Thursday and have a great day!
    Come Back Soon,
    Miz Helen

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  22. Candace says

    I love beetroot and this looks a lovely way to add extra flavours. I usually just roast having just seasoned with the other veg. Thanks for sharing

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  23. Nikki Frank-Hamilton says

    My hubby and I love beets, pickled, roasted, on salad…any way they come. We have a ton growing in the garden and we can them each year. I am so going to try this, looks awesome. Thanks for sharing!

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  24. Mel says

    Until recently, I couldn’t stand beetroot, but since my last pregnancy, I’ve found myself craving it. I made raspberry and beetroot ice cream last week and loved it! These look really appealing to me! #TastyTuesdays

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  25. Charissa says

    I seriously need to quit looking at beet chip recipes and just get to the store buy some beets! Yum! Your recipe looks super easy, which is a huge plus. #ShareTheWealthSundays

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  26. Rae says

    Ooh, I adore beets (or beetroot as us brits know them as!) this is a great recipe as I can have them for a healthy snack at work 🙂

    Reply

  28. Amber says

    These sound completely amazing! I am going to have to try this! And beet pancakes? OMG those sound so great! I bet they would be so good with a goat cheese cream sauce! Thanks for the great idea!

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  29. Amanda says

    I’ve never tried anything like this before! It looks interesting. I waited way too long to plant beets in my garden for the spring/summer, but I plan to have a fall crop. I will be trying this!

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  31. Meghan says

    So, first off, I love this post thanks to the mention of Doug — I love that show! Such a classic. Secondly, what an awesome idea to make beet fries! I’ve never thought of it before, but it makes total sense; root vegetables are perfect roasted and spiced up. Your photos are gorgeous, too, and make them look even more enticing! Thank you for linking up with Meatless Monday today!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Right! Haha, I really only remember that small part of the episode, but still!
      Root veggies are the best FRIES!
      Thanks!

      Reply

  36. Steph @ Steph in Thyme says

    I loovveee beets. I love to roast them in a foil packet, then toss with a light mixture of orange juice and maple syrup for a touch of sweetness (even better cold in a salad with this sauce). I’ve spiralized beets before and added to a salad, so colorful! Have you tried golden beets? The color is so lovely and the flavor not quite as earthy as deep red beets.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Yes! I even have a recipe on the blog with golden beets (I forgot about that!). Rainbow candy stripe beets are so beautiful too!…Okay…every beet is beautiful! Hahaha!

      Reply

  37. Kristen @ The Endless Meal says

    I’m so with you on the beet thing, although it took me a lot longer to learn to love them. I spent my childhood hating them and it wasn’t until my mid-20s when my mom roasted some with sweet and regular potatoes that I finally got them. Now I can’t imagine a life without them!

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  40. Sridevi Ravi says

    These beet chips are lovely and your presentation is attractive! I make beet chips by slicing them using a mandolin. They are sweet and tasty with just a pinch of salt. This sauce would have taken them to a higher level!

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  42. Esther says

    Love me some beets! I have to bags in my fridge that I need to use ASAP! I usually just end up juicing them, but I am going to have to try this!

    Thanks for joining our link up!

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  43. kimmythevegan says

    Beets are really that food I *want* to love… but just don’t 🙁 I haven’t tried them bbq’d yet, so there is still hope!
    Thanks for sharing this awesomely unique recipe over at Healthy Vegan Fridays! I’m pinning & sharing. Hope you have a fabulous weekend =)

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  48. Anne says

    I am a beet lover. My favorite way to eat them is roasted. These chips look interesting, I will be making these soon. Thanks for sharing on Healthy living link party!

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  52. Judi Graber says

    Beets instead of potatoes? Hmm… might have to give these a try as I sure do need to cut back on my carbs! What a unique post for the party goers at Fiesta Friday 🙂

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  53. Jen says

    First things first – these are gorgeous and your pictures are totally stunning! I do love beets. When I was little I didn’t want to try them so my mom told me Santa Claus loves beets and I’ve loved them ever since. I pinned this recipe and can’t wait to try it!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Thank you so much Jen! Hahahaha! I love it! Santa DOES loves beets 😉 I hope you leave some for him on that cookie plate every year!

      Reply

  54. Harriet Emily says

    Oh my gosh Rebecca!! This is such an incredible idea! I love it! Beetroots are the best, what a great way to use them. Oooh and those BBQ flavours – heavenly. You’re so talented!

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  57. Sarah-Ann says

    I’m not a fan of beets but my kids are. But these look too good not to try. I have to say, I love all your recipes you share with us. Keep them coming 🙂
    Have a great weekend.

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  58. Lora says

    SHUT THE FRUNT DOOR! These look amazing. I wonder if I could cheat and make them with the Trader Joe’s pre-roasted beets? I make the world’s BIGGEST mess whenever I bake beets lol.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Then they won’t make fries! You have to cut them thin and raw! They aren’t messy when you cut them raw and unpeeled!!! You can do it!

      Reply

  59. Jessica H. says

    I never thought to make my beets BBQ flavored! I usually just slice them and roast them, then throw them into salads or eat them on their own. We’re growing them in our garden this year so they’re even better!

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  63. Kaye says

    These look fantastic! I’m a huge fan of sweet potato chips but I think these might become my next obsession! #brillblogposts

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Spiralized raw are the best! That recipe of mine on my blog is probably one of my top favorite recipes I have!

      Reply

  66. Ariana says

    These look amazing!!! I love beets but I’ve never tried roasting thin slices like this before. Next time I pick some up I’ll be trying these for sure! I like roasted beets because they’re easy, but during the summer months I don’t like having my oven on for 1-2 hours so I’ll just shred them and toss them in salads.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Shredded is also super good! But really, I think I could eat a beet like I eat an apple!

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      • Lin says

        I’m with you, Melissa! Simply baked and seasoned! But gosh, why not make them into fries! MMMmmm… I love, love, love beets! 😀

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  70. Natalie @ Feasting on Fruit says

    These are beautifully unusual! I love beets too, raw and cooked but I do hate cutting and handling them because I almost always stain something 😀 Have you ever had those little steamed baby beets from Trader Joes? They’re so good and easy and nothing added! <3 You know I love oil-free fries, and I love that you are always using veggies in new ways 🙂

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      BEET LOVE! The little vaccummpacked beets! Not TJ brand, but still…perfect for laziness!
      Veggies all the way! And…I never cook with oil, haha! Unless I use sesame or something for flavor!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      When you don’t peel them and they’re raw while cutting, it isn’t really a problem. I mean…I cut up beets everyday and my skin is never BLOODY all the time, haha!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      If dirt tastes like beets….than I’ll gladly go outside and gather up some dirt 😉

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Yes! If you haven’t tried them in awhile, do it! And totally try them this way….or raw!

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  80. rachel says

    Honestly, the sound of it scares me… but it LOOKS like it could be really good! I am a crunchy girl (hello chips and french fries). I think I could get behind this BBQ BEET fries! 🙂 I do like dried/baked veggies… so this is something I will have to branch out and try!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Girl, try these! You won’t be disappointed! Plus everything is always better with BBQ sauce 😉

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      O girl, those sound amazing to me! I hope you give these a shot too! Thank you!

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  84. Laura says

    Yummmm!!! I love beet fries. And what a great use for BBQ sauce. I find myself making everything BBQ flavoured lately because I love the stuff so much. Thanks for another great use:) Laura

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      Really? I had not problem with these! The coating will help with any over cooking!

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  92. Amber says

    AH I LOVE BEETS 🙂 except they are a fodmap so i have to limit them, but I love this as a potato alternative side, so that way everyone can enjoy some beets AND potato salad 🙂 I just like them plain and roasted, but spiraling seems amazing!

    Reply

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