# Introduction
Beet puree is a vibrant and naturally sweet dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a dip. This versatile dish offers a delightful combination of earthy flavors, vibrant color, and a smooth, velvety texture. Made from fresh beets, beet puree is packed with essential vitamins and nutrients, making it a healthy and delicious addition to your meals.
## Recipes Included in the Article:
- **Classic Beet Puree:** This basic recipe introduces you to the essential steps of making beet puree, using simple ingredients like beets, olive oil, and seasonings.
- **Roasted Beet Puree:** Experience a smoky and caramelized flavor profile with this roasted beet puree. Roasting the beets intensifies their natural sweetness and adds a delightful depth of flavor.
- **Creamy Beet Puree:** Indulge in a silky smooth and creamy beet puree, made with the addition of heavy cream or coconut milk. This rich and luscious puree is perfect for pairing with grilled meats or roasted vegetables.
- **Beet Puree with Goat Cheese:** Elevate your beet puree with the tangy and creamy flavor of goat cheese. This combination creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, making it a delightful appetizer or side dish.
- **Beet Puree Soup:** Transform your beet puree into a comforting and flavorful soup. Simply add broth, vegetables, and seasonings to create a vibrant and nourishing meal that is perfect for chilly days.
These recipes offer a range of options to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs. Whether you're looking for a classic preparation, a smoky roasted flavor, a creamy indulgence, a tangy twist, or a comforting soup, this article has you covered.
BEET PUREE
Roasting beets intensifies their flavor, but can take a long time. Here they're peeled, cut into small wedges, drizzled with oil, and seasoned with orange, garlic, ginger, and coriander before being wrapped in foil. They pick up flavor from the seasonings and bake in only 30 minutes.
Provided by SandyG
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Roasted Vegetable Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Place a large sheet of aluminum foil on a rimmed baking sheet. Scatter beets on the baking sheet along with garlic and ginger. Sprinkle with coriander and salt, and drizzle with oil. Cover with another sheet of aluminum foil and seal edges to form a packet.
- Bake until beets are tender enough to be pierced with a knife, about 30 minutes,. Remove from oven and let beets steam in foil packet for 10 minutes. Unwrap packet and transfer beets, garlic, ginger, and any juices into a food processor. Puree with zest, juice, and vinegar until almost smooth with only small lumps. Add butter and puree until incorporated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 133.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
WILD MUSHROOM, ROASTED BEET, AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH ONION PURéE
Steps:
- Make the onion purée:
- In a medium sauté pan over moderate heat, warm the oil. Add the onions and shallot and sauté, stirring occasionally, until soft. Season with salt, add the heavy cream, and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Transfer the onion mixture to a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
- Make the mushrooms:
- In a medium sauté pan over high heat, warm the walnut oil. Add the mushrooms, in batches if necessary, and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the liquid released by the mushrooms is evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add the sage, season with salt, and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden and tender.
- Roast the beets:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Arrange the beets in a large, deep baking dish and drizzle with the oil. Add enough water to reach about 1/4 inch up the sides of the baking dish. Cover with foil and roast until the beets are tender, about 45 minutes. Once the beets are cool enough to handle, peel them and cut them into quarters. Transfer the beets to a medium bowl, add lemon zest, lemon juice, and chives, season with salt, and toss to combine.
- Toast the pumpkin seeds:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Arrange the pumpkin seeds on a large, rimmed baking sheet, drizzle with walnut oil, and toss to combine. Roast until toasted, about 10 minutes, then toss with salt.
- Cook the peas:
- Fill a large bowl with ice water.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch the peas until just tender. Drain, then immediately plunge the peas into the ice water to stop cooking. Drain the peas again and pat them dry.
- To serve:
- In a large bowl combine the mushrooms, beets, peas, goat cheese, and onion purée and toss to combine. Divide the salad among 4 plates, sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds, and serve.
BEET PUREE
This is both a vegetable side dish and a condiment, and goes with everything from pan fried fish to roast meats. The flavor of the puree is quite intense so you won't need to serve much more than a couple of tablespoons per person.
Provided by English_Rose
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a pan then add the onion and garlic and cook for 6-8 mins until golden.
- Lower the heat and stir in the beets, vinegar and tomato paste.
- Cook gently for 15-20 mins until everything is sticky and caramelized. This can now be served as it is if you like.
- Pour in the broth and the cream and stir together. Tip into a food processor and blitz until smooth.
- Serve straight away or reheat before serving.
BEET AND PEAR PUREE
This is the perfect side dish to a holiday meal. It works well with roast turkey or pork. Can be made one day ahead, and preheated in double boiler.
Provided by JULIEFAY
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Wash beets, and place in a roasting pan. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until tender. Set aside to cool.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, pears, sugar, and vinegar; cook, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes.
- When the beets are cool enough to handle, peel and coarsely chop.
- Puree onion mixture in a food processor with metal blade. Add salt and 1/2 of the beets; pulse 4 to 5 times. Add remaining beets, and pulse 2 to 3 times.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 50.2 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 132.4 mg, Sugar 8.8 g
ROASTED-BEET-AND-TOMATO-PUREE WITH ORANGE
Orange juice and plum tomatoes brighten purply-red beets and balance out their earthy flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss tomatoes with thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon oil on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread in a single layer on half the sheet. Toss beets with 1 teaspoon salt and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Wrap beets in parchment and then foil, and add to baking sheet. Roast until beets are tender, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool slightly. Peel beets, and coarsely chop.
- Puree tomatoes and beets in a food processor in 2 batches, then combine.
- Just before serving, stir in orange juice, and season with salt.
Tips:
- Choose the right beets: Select beets that are small to medium in size and have a deep, rich red color. Avoid beets that are too large, as they may be woody and less flavorful.
- Roast the beets: Roasting the beets intensifies their flavor and sweetness. To roast the beets, Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Trim the tops and roots of the beets, then wrap each beet in foil. Place the wrapped beets on a baking sheet and roast for 45-60 minutes, or until the beets are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Use a high-quality blender or food processor: A good blender or food processor will help you achieve a smooth and creamy puree. If you don't have a high-powered blender, you may need to puree the beets in batches.
- Season the puree to taste: Once the puree is smooth, season it with salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of yogurt for extra flavor.
- Use the puree in a variety of dishes: Beet puree can be used in a variety of dishes, from soups and salads to dips and spreads. It can also be used as a natural food coloring.
Conclusion:
Beet puree is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. With its vibrant color and slightly sweet flavor, beet puree is a great way to add a pop of color and flavor to your meals. So next time you're looking for a new way to use beets, try making a beet puree. You won't be disappointed!
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