Best 6 Grilled Beets With Feta Recipes

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**Grilled Beets with Feta: A Symphony of Sweetness and Savory Delight**

Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our grilled beets with feta, a dish that tantalizes taste buds with its delightful fusion of sweet, earthy beets and tangy, creamy feta cheese. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, promising a memorable dining experience. Grilled to perfection, the beets retain their natural sweetness while gaining a smoky char that adds a delightful depth of flavor. Crumbled feta cheese, with its distinct tang and creamy texture, provides a perfect contrast to the tender beets, creating a harmonious balance in every bite. Drizzled with a vibrant balsamic glaze, the dish is elevated to a new level of flavor complexity, combining sweet, tangy, and slightly acidic notes. Accompanied by a selection of complementary recipes, including beet and goat cheese salad, roasted beet hummus, and beet and arugula salad, this grilled beets with feta extravaganza caters to every palate and occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Peel 4 medium beets and cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste on a baking sheet. Roast at 450 degrees F, stirring once or twice, until tender, 35 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; toss with 4 chopped scallions and 2 teaspoons lemon juice. Top with crumbled feta.

BEETS ON THE GRILL



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I couldn't decide what to do with all the beets, so I tossed them onto the grill.

Provided by MOTTSBELA

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 beets, scrubbed
2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  • Coat one side of a large piece of aluminum foil with cooking spray. Place beets and butter on foil; season with salt and pepper. Wrap foil over beets.
  • Place packet on the grill grate. Cook 30 minutes, or until beets are very tender. Allow beets to cool about 5 minutes before serving. You don't even need to peel to enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 273.7 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA



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This colorful and elegant side dish is so easy to make. I love making this with beets and shallots straight from our local farmers' market. Green onions or chives may be substituted for the shallot if you prefer.

Provided by Shandeen Gemanis

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 beets, trimmed, leaving 1 inch of stems attached
¼ cup minced shallot
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil, and place onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake beets in preheated oven until easily pierced with a fork, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Once done, remove from oven, and allow to cool until you can handle them. Peel beets, and cut into 1/4 inch slices.
  • While the beets are roasting, whisk together shallot, parsley, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and red wine vinegar in a bowl until blended; season to taste with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • To assemble the dish, place the warm, sliced beets onto a serving dish, pour vinaigrette over the beets, and sprinkle with feta cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 243 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

ROASTED BEET SALAD WITH BEET GREENS AND FETA



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Categories     Salad     Roast     Vegetarian     Feta     Beet     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
7 medium-large beets (about 3 inches in diameter) with greens
1 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped drained capers
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Whisk oil, vinegar and garlic in small bowl to blend. Season dressing generously with salt and pepper.
  • Cut green tops off beets; reserve tops. Arrange beets in single layer in 13x9x2-inch baking dish; add 1 cup water. Cover; bake until beets are tender when pierced with knife, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Peel beets while warm. Cut beets in half and slice thinly. Transfer to large bowl. Mix in capers and 1/4 cup dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cut stems off beet greens; discard stems. Wash greens. Transfer greens, with some water still clinging to leaves, to large pot. Stir over high heat until just wilted but still bright green, about 4 minutes. Drain greens; squeeze out excess moisture. Cool; chop coarsely.
  • Transfer greens to medium bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange beets in center of platter. Surround with greens; sprinkle with feta. Drizzle with any remaining dressing.

GRILLED BEETS WITH FETA



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Categories     Cheese     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch beets, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon (or as needed) olive oil
1 pinch (to taste) sea salt
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
2 teaspoons (or to taste/optional) fresh chives, chopped
2 sheets aluminum foil

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Spread beets onto a sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle olive oil over beets and season with sea salt.
  • Fold foil over beets, sealing the edges together to create a packet.
  • Cook on the preheated grill, turning once, until beets are tender, about 30 minutes. Carefully open packet and top beets with feta cheese and chives. Close packet again and grill until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.

BEETS AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS WITH FETA



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Nut     Onion     Vegetable     Appetizer     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Feta     Pine Nut     Beet     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 first-course or side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (preferably whole-grain or coarse-grain)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb onions (2 medium), quartered lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
2 (15-oz) cans small whole beets, drained and quartered (or halved if very small)
3 oz crumbled feta (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup pine nuts (1 oz), toasted and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk together vinegar, mustard, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl, then add 3 tablespoons oil in a slow stream, whisking until combined well.
  • Cook onions with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Add onions to dressing, then add beets and cheese, stirring gently to combine. Serve sprinkled with pine nuts.

Tips:

  • Choose small to medium-sized beets for even cooking.
  • Trim the beet greens, leaving about 1 inch attached to the roots.
  • Scrub the beets thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a fork to poke holes all over the beets to help them cook evenly.
  • Toss the beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper before grilling.
  • Grill the beets over medium-high heat for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Let the beets cool slightly before peeling and slicing them.
  • Serve the beets immediately with feta cheese, walnuts, and a balsamic vinegar reduction.

Conclusion:

Grilled beets are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed year-round. They are easy to make and can be paired with a variety of main dishes. The earthy flavor of the beets is complemented by the salty feta cheese, the crunchy walnuts, and the tangy balsamic vinegar reduction. This dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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