**Balsamic Marinated Beets: A Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Tangy Flavors**
Beets, often overlooked in the culinary world, are a nutritional powerhouse waiting to be explored. These vibrant root vegetables, with their earthy sweetness and vibrant crimson hue, offer a delightful symphony of flavors when marinated in a balsamic vinegar-based dressing. This article presents a collection of delectable balsamic marinated beet recipes that will transform your perception of this humble vegetable. From classic beet salads to sophisticated beet bruschetta and even a refreshing beet smoothie, these recipes showcase the versatility and elegance of marinated beets. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where sweet, savory, and tangy notes dance harmoniously on your palate.
ROASTED BEETS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line pan with aluminum foil
- Peel and cut cooked beets: After the beets have cooled for several minutes, but are still warm to the touch, peel off the outer skins and discard. Cut the beets into quarters or more bite-sized pieces.
- Pour glaze over beets: Place beets in a serving bowl. Pour balsamic glaze over the beets. Stir in grated orange zest, and add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with a little orange zest to serve. Links: Hate 'em or Love 'em Beets? from White on Rice Couple
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 164 mg, Sugar 12 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize Serves 6 to 8, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
BALSAMIC ROASTED BEET SALAD
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Wrap the beets individually in aluminum foil and place them on a sheet pan. Roast them for 50 minutes to 1 hour, depending on their size, until a small sharp knife inserted in the middle indicates that they are tender. Unwrap each beet and set aside for 10 minutes, until cool enough to handle. Peel the beets with a small, sharp knife over a piece of parchment paper to prevent staining your cutting board.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, mustard, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and set aside. While the beets are still warm, cut each one in half and then each half into 4 to 6 wedges and place them in a large mixing bowl. As you're cutting the beets, toss them with half of the vinaigrette (warm beets absorb more vinaigrette), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Taste for seasonings.
- Place the arugula in a separate bowl and toss it with enough vinaigrette to moisten. Put the arugula on a serving platter and then arrange the beets, almonds, and goat cheese on top. Drizzle with additional vinaigrette, if desired, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve warm or at room temperature.
BEETS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Provided by David Waltuck
Categories Roast Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur Dinner Lunch Beet Potluck Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2. Trim the beets, leaving on the skin, an inch of the stem, and the wispy "tail" on the bottom of each, then scrub and drain. Place the beets in a small casserole dish just big enough to hold them. Pour the water and canola oil over the beets then cover tightly with a lid or aluminum foil and bake until tender and easily pierced with a sharp paring knife, about 1 1/2 hours.
- 3. Remove the casserole from the oven and uncover the beets, keeping your face averted from the escaping steam. Allow the beets to cool completely in the casserole.
- 4. Meanwhile, combine the vinegar, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the salt, and pepper in a medium-size bowl and whisk to blend. Taste and add more olive oil, if desired.
- 5. Peel the cooled beets with the back of a paring knife and cut into 3/8-inch slices. Add to the dressing in the bowl and toss gently but thoroughly to coat. Serve immediately or marinate, in the refrigerator, for up to 24 hours.
ROASTED BALSAMIC BEETS
Make and share this Roasted Balsamic Beets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ewilli
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Wash and peel the beets. Slice each beet in quarters lengthwise, and then slice each quarter into three chunks.
- Line a baking sheet with foil, and place the beets on top. Drizzle with the olive oil and vinegar, and then add salt and pepper. Gently stir to coat the beets.
- Cover with more foil and roll the edges of the two layers to create a pouch for the beets. Cook for 20 minutes.
- Remove the beets from the oven, and raise the temperature to 400 degrees. Take off the top layer of foil (watch out for steam!), and stir to mix the juices. Return to the oven and continue to cook for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm or cold, or add to a salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.1, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 64, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 5.5, Protein 1.3
MARINATED BEET SALAD
This is an easy to prepare beet salad that goes great with any barbeque or summer picnic.
Provided by Myra
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Beet Salad Recipes
Time 4h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Drain beets, reserving 1/4 cup liquid, and slice into 1/4 to 1/2 inch slivers. Add onions and toss.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook the sugar, mustard and reserved 1/4 cup liquid until dissolved. Add vinegar and bring to boil; remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Pour over the beet slices and onions, toss and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours. Remove from refrigerator and serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 236.3 mg, Sugar 19.1 g
Tips:
- Choose small to medium-sized beets with smooth, unblemished skin.
- Roast the beets in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Prick the beets with a fork to allow the marinade to penetrate.
- Add a splash of water or vegetable broth to the roasting pan to prevent the beets from drying out.
- Roast the beets until tender when pierced with a fork, about 45 minutes to an hour.
- Allow the beets to cool slightly before peeling and slicing.
- Use a variety of herbs and spices to create a flavorful marinade.
- Let the beets marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Serve the beets as a side dish, salad, or appetizer.
Conclusion:
Balsamic-marinated beets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With their sweet and tangy flavor, these beets are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give balsamic-marinated beets a try!
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