**Title: Beets in Vinaigrette: A Symphony of Sweetness, Earthiness, and Tang**
In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes are as vibrant and versatile as beets in vinaigrette. This classic preparation showcases the earthy sweetness of beets, perfectly complemented by a tangy, aromatic vinaigrette. Whether served as a refreshing salad, a delectable side dish, or a stunning centerpiece, beets in vinaigrette offer a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we present a collection of irresistible recipes that celebrate the beauty of beets in vinaigrette, cater to various dietary preferences, and suit different occasions. Discover how simple ingredients can transform humble beets into an extraordinary culinary experience.
BEETS WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 37m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Cook 3 each red beets and yellow beets in boiling salted water until tender, 30 minutes. Let cool; peel and cut into wedges. Whisk 2 tablespoons each orange juice and olive oil, 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a large bowl. Add the beets, 4 segmented blood oranges and 1/3 cup chopped parsley; toss.
BEETS WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Drain the beets and dice into 1/2-inch cubes. Place the beets in a mixing bowl and add the raspberry vinegar, orange juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and red onions. Zest the oranges and then segment over a bowl to catch the juices. Add the orange zest, orange segments, and any juices and mix well. Taste for seasoning and serve cold or at room temperature.
RAW BEETS WITH SHERRY VINAIGRETTE
When eaten raw, beets have a crunchy sweetness, so they need a strong, acidic dressing for balance. If you just can't resist cooking them once they're shredded, they can be quickly sautéed in butter or oil.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories side dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel and grate 1 pound beets.
- Make a vinaigrette with 1 minced shallot, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar and chopped parsley or tarragon (really nice).
- Toss with the beets; taste, and adjust the seasoning.
- Garnish: Parsley
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 122, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 119 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BEET CARPACCIO WITH MINT VINAIGRETTE
A vegetarian alternative to beef carpaccio. This recipe wins over so many people who thought they hated beets or just never wanted to even try them. I was that person - once I actually tasted this recipe, well, I was sold and have loved beets ever since. Once beets are steamed and peeled, it is simple and easy. Beets can be prepped a day ahead and stored in a bag or container, but I personally like bringing it all together in one shot.
Provided by bonnieblaze
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill a pot with 3 inches of water, insert a steamer basket, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium or medium-low and place beets inside the steamer basket. Cover pot. Cook until beets are easily pierced with a knife, checking water level periodically, 35 to 50 minutes. Remove from heat and cool, about 30 minutes.
- Peel the beets; if you are using red and golden beets, peel the golden ones first so you don't end up turning them pink. Remove any remaining root stems. Thinly slice beets and arrange on a serving platter. I use a round plate and start in the center, alternating red and golden beet slices. Dot the top with goat cheese - you want to be able to see the beets but have enough cheese because it pairs so well with the beet. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
- Combine rice vinegar, olive oil, mint, and sugar in a small bowl. Drizzle over beets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 166 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
BEETS WITH CREAMY BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE AND MINT
Top these beets with a smooth, Greek-yogurt based dressing for a dish that's both hearty and heart-healthy.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wrap the garlic cloves together in a piece of parchment paper; wrap each beet separately in parchment. Place the garlic and beets in a microwave-safe dish and cook for 3 minutes. Remove the garlic and set aside, still wrapped. Continue to cook the beets in intervals of 2 minutes, until they can be easily pierced with a knife, 8 to 10 minutes. Let sit wrapped in parchment to complete the cooking process and until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the yogurt, broth, vinegar, oil and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Peel the garlic cloves, mash completely and whisk into the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. (Alternatively, make the vinaigrette with the microwave-roasted garlic up to a few hours in advance to allow the flavors to blend. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
- Peel the beets using a paring knife and cut into wedges or slices. Arrange on a platter, drizzle with the vinaigrette and sprinkle with the mint and pistachios. Serve immediately, while still warm.
BEETS IN VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Edna Lewis
Categories Onion Side Vegetarian Lunch Beet Parsley Boil Gourmet Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cover beets generously with water in a heavy medium saucepan and simmer until tender when pierced in center with a knife, 30 to 45 minutes. Drain in a colander and cool to warm, then slip off skins. Cut beets into 1/4-inch slices.
- Meanwhile, whisk together vinegar, onion, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking, then add warm beets and parsley and toss. Season with additional sugar and salt. Serve warm or at room temperature.
ROASTED BEETS WITH WARM FENNEL VINAIGRETTE
Not only is this ruby red side dish a showstopper. It's also packed with betalains, red and yellow pigments that act as antioxidants that search for and stabilize free radicals (which can cause cell damage).
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Put the fennel in a medium bowl, cover with ice water and set aside.
- Put the beets in a 3-quart casserole dish and toss with the chicken broth, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil; if there is 1/4 inch or less of liquid, add 1/2 cup of warm water. Continue baking, uncovered, until the cooking liquid is reduced by half and the beets are fork-tender, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk the vinegar, butter, remaining 2 tablespoons oil and mustard in a measuring cup. Strain the fennel and toss with the vinegar mixture in a large bowl. Add the dressed fennel to the beets, toss with tongs and continue baking until the fennel is crisp-tender, about 15 minutes. Remove the dish from the oven, stir the beets and fennel to coat with the sauce and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 500 milligrams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 6 grams
BEETS WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories weekday, salads and dressings
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim green tops from beets and place beets in large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and simmer uncovered about 1 hour, or until just tender. Drain and set aside until cool enough to handle.
- Remove zest from oranges, preferably in long strips. Slice off the rest of the skin and all the pith. Holding the oranges over a large bowl to catch any juice, use a sharp knife to cut the segments out, away from the membrane.
- Peel and dice beets into 1/2-inch pieces. Add to bowl along with vinegar, orange juice, olive oil, sugar, pepper, red onion, orange zest and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste. Mix well.
- Check seasonings and serve cold or at room temperature. Salad may be left to marinate in refrigerator a day or more.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 530 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams
ROASTED MARINATED BEETS WITH VINAIGRETTE
I love roasted beets and am always ordering them out...but have never tried making them at home. Posting this recipe for safekeeping. Adapted from "Atlanta Cooks: 125 Recipes from 25 Top Atlanta Chefs" by Melissa Libby, this recipe is from the Floataway Cafe restaurant in the Atlanta area. Their roasted beets are the BEST. Also great paired with goat cheese in a green salad. NOTE: 2nd ingredient is for 1/4 cup raspberry vinegar...for some reason ZAAR won't let me input that ingredient.
Provided by Epi Curious
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h40m
Yield 2 1/2 lbs., 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place washed beets in a deep roasting pan. Fill pan halfway up the beets with water. Add vinegar, butter, honey, salt and pepper. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and roast for 2-3 hours, or until a knife goes easily into a beet's center. Remove from oven and remove beets from cooking liquid. Wearing gloves, peel off the exterior skin of the beets and dice.
- For the vinaigrette, place vinegar and honey in a bowl and whisk together. Add shallots and, while slowly whisking, add the grape-seed oil in a thin stream. Season with salt and pepper and toss with the warm, peeled and diced beets.
- *The beets will be even better the second day.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.5, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 169.2, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 32.5, Protein 3.5
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender beets with smooth skin and no blemishes.
- To save time, you can roast the beets in advance and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you don't have time to roast the beets, you can also boil them. However, roasting brings out the sweetness of the beets better.
- Use a variety of vinegars to create different flavor profiles. Some good options include red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, and apple cider vinegar.
- Add herbs and spices to the vinaigrette to taste. Some good options include dill, thyme, rosemary, oregano, garlic, and shallots.
- Serve the beets warm or at room temperature. They can be enjoyed as a side dish, salad, or appetizer.
Conclusion:
Beets in vinaigrette is a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beets, and it's also a healthy and flavorful side dish. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy beets, give this recipe a try.
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