Best 3 Beets With Lime Butter Recipes

## Beets with Lime Butter: A Delightful Culinary Experience ##

Beets, a vibrant and earthy root vegetable, take center stage in this culinary masterpiece. Their natural sweetness is perfectly complemented by the tangy and aromatic lime butter, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. This versatile dish can be served as a delightful side or as a vegetarian main course, accompanied by roasted chicken or grilled salmon. The zesty lime butter not only elevates the beets but also adds a refreshing twist to the dish. Additionally, the recipe includes two variations: one with roasted beets and the other with pickled beets, catering to different taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe promises a delightful culinary experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BEETS WITH DILL, LIME, AND YOGURT

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In this colorful dish, sweet beets are zipped up with lime, yogurt, and garlic. If you only have Greek yogurt on hand, thin it down with a little water or milk; you're looking for a sauce that's thin enough to drizzle. You can use any kind of beets here. Red and candy cane beets are sweeter than yellow beets, but all work wonderfully well. Or use a combination for the most stunning presentation imaginable.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Salad Side Beet Yogurt Lime Healthy Wheat/Gluten-Free Vegetarian

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 medium beets (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 lime
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
1 garlic clove, grated on a Microplane or minced
Pinch of fine sea salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Flaky sea salt, for garnish
Freshly ground black pepper, for garnish

Steps:

Remove any greens and scrub the beets under warm water.
Pour 1 1/2 cups of water into the pressure cooker pot. Insert the steamer basket and put the 6 beets in the basket. Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. Release the pressure manually. Test the beets by piercing them with a fork; they should be tender. If not, cook on high pressure again for another 5 to 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, grate the zest off the lime and reserve it; then cut the lime into wedges.
When the beets are tender, transfer them to a large bowl and let them cool until you're comfortable handling them. Working quickly, skin the beets while they are still warm (they are harder to peel after they've entirely cooled down). You can use a paring knife to skin them, or rub the skins off with a paper towel.
Cut the peeled beets into slices or wedges, and arrange them on a platter. Drizzle with olive oil, and then squeeze some of the fresh lime juice over them.
In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, garlic, and reserved lime zest. Drizzle the dressing over the beets and top with the dill, flaky sea salt, and lots of black pepper.

SAUTéED BEETS WITH BUTTER

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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories easy, quick, weekday, side dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds beets
3 tablespoons butter
1 chopped onion

Steps:

Peel and grate beets.
Put butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When it's hot, add onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the beets, and stir occasionally until tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 162, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 135 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BUTTERED BEETS (RACHAEL RAY RECIPE)

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A speedy and popular UK side dish per Rachael Ray. Found on Food Network website. One of the reviewers suggested also browning off some thinly sliced onion with the butter, then adding the parsley and beets.

Provided by januarybride

Categories Low Protein

Time 7m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 (15 ounce) cans sliced beets, drained
salt, to taste

Steps:

In a medium skillet over moderate heat melt 2 tablespoons butter, add parsley and sliced beets.
Warm through, season with salt and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.2, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 144.5, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 11.4, Protein 2.5

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked beets or beetroots. You can find them in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores.
If you're using fresh beets, be sure to scrub them well before cooking. You can also peel them, but this is not necessary.
To roast beets, simply toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Then, roast them at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes, or until they're tender.
To make the lime butter sauce, simply melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Then, add lime juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined.
To assemble the dish, simply place the roasted beets on a plate and drizzle with the lime butter sauce. You can also garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Conclusion:

This simple but flavorful dish is a great way to enjoy beets. The lime butter sauce adds a bright and tangy flavor that complements the earthy sweetness of the beets. This dish is also very easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights.