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Baby beetroot ready for fermentation in a jar

Fermented Baby Beetroot with Thyme

Fermented Baby Beetroot with Thyme is a simple and flavorful probiotic-rich recipe featuring tender baby beets naturally fermented in a salted brine with fresh thyme. The fermentation process enhances the earthy sweetness of the beets while adding a tangy, gut-friendly twist. This easy, nutritious side dish or snack combines herbal aroma with vibrant, crunchy beetroot, perfect for boosting digestion and adding healthy probiotics to your diet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Minimum Resting Time 21 days
Total Time 42 days
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 230 g baby beetroot (3-4cm diameter)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 5-6 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 500 ml 2.5% salt brine solution

Method
 

  1. Wash and peel baby beetroot, reserve leaves for other uses
  2. Place spices in bottom of jar
  3. Fill jar with beetroot (quarter larger ones if needed)
  4. Cover completely with pre-prepared 2.5% salt brine
  5. Ferment at room temperature, sealed airtight, on a tray until activity stops
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