**Roasted Beets: A Vibrant and Versatile Culinary Delight**
With their earthy sweetness and vibrant crimson hue, roasted beets are a culinary treasure that delights both the palate and the eyes. Hailing from the root vegetable family, beets are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them a nutritious addition to any meal. But it's their culinary versatility that truly sets them apart. From earthy salads to vibrant soups, tangy sides to sweet desserts, roasted beets can be transformed into a myriad of delectable dishes. Join us as we explore the culinary magic of roasted beets, with a collection of recipes that showcase their diverse flavors and textures.
**Recipes:**
* **Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts:** This vibrant salad combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with creamy goat cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy dressing for a delightful medley of flavors and textures.
* **Roasted Beet Soup with Coconut Milk:** Indulge in a velvety smooth and subtly sweet soup, where roasted beets blend harmoniously with rich coconut milk, creating a creamy and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
* **Roasted Beet and Quinoa Salad:** Experience a delightful interplay of flavors and textures in this protein-packed salad. Roasted beets add a touch of sweetness and earthiness to the fluffy quinoa, while feta cheese and a tangy dressing complete this wholesome and satisfying dish.
* **Roasted Beet Hummus:** Transform roasted beets into a vibrant and flavorful dip. Blended with chickpeas, tahini, and spices, this hummus offers a unique and colorful twist on a classic Middle Eastern staple.
* **Roasted Beet and Chocolate Cake:** Discover the unexpected harmony of earthy beets and rich chocolate in this decadent dessert. The moist and tender cake is infused with the subtle sweetness of roasted beets, complemented by a luscious chocolate frosting for a truly indulgent treat.
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 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.
ROASTED BEETS WITH FETA
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.
ROASTED ITALIAN MEATBALLS
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 10 servings (30 to 32 meatballs)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Place the sirloin, pork, and veal in a large mixing bowl and lightly break up the meats with a fork and your fingertips. Add the bread crumbs, Pecorino, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add the eggs, wine, and 3/4 cup water and combine lightly but thoroughly.
- Measure out 2-ounce portions of the mixture (I use a rounded 1 3/4-inch ice cream scoop) and roll each lightly into a ball. Place one inch apart on the prepared sheet pans. Brush the meatballs with the olive oil.
- Bake the meatballs for 25 to 30 minutes, until lightly browned. Pour the marinara into a large pot and bring to a simmer. Carefully add the meatballs and simmer for 10 minutes, until heated through.
- To serve with polenta, spoon a puddle of creamy Parmesan polenta on one side of each dinner plate. Spoon 1 or 2 meatballs plus a puddle of tomato sauce on the other side, allowing them to combine in the center of the plate. To serve with spaghetti, distribute among shallow pasta bowls. Spoon the meatballs and sauce onto the pasta. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan and serve hot.
- Place the chicken stock in a large saucepan. Add the garlic and cook over medium-high heat until the stock comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and very slowly whisk in the cornmeal, whisking constantly to make sure there are no lumps. Switch to a wooden spoon, add the salt and pepper, and simmer, stirring almost constantly, for 10 minutes, until thick. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan thoroughly while you're stirring. Off the heat, stir in the Parmesan, creme fraiche, and butter. Taste for seasonings and serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese to sprinkle on top.
ROASTED BEET, BUTTERNUT SQUASH & APPLE SALAD
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Arrange two oven racks evenly spaced.
- Place the beets on a sheet pan, toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and spread out in one layer. On a second sheet pan, toss the butternut squash and apples with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and spread out in one layer. Roast both pans of vegetables for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing occasionally, until everything is tender and lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, for the vinaigrette, heat 1/3 cup olive oil in a small saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the shallot and cook for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Over low heat, whisk in the balsamic vinegar, orange zest, orange juice, honey, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Keep warm.
- Place the roasted vegetables and fruit in a large bowl. Add the arugula and vinaigrette and toss well. Sprinkle with the almonds and serve warm.
ROASTED GOLDEN BEETS
Golden beets are milder in flavor, and roasting them brings out their sweetness. Trust me, you'll turn beet haters into beet lovers, and my husband will confirm that! Serve warm or cold in a salad.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Beet Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Peel beets, and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Combine olive oil, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add beets, and mix until well coated.
- Spread beets out in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan and roast, flipping half way through, until the beets are tender and starting to turn golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, put beets back into the bowl, and toss with lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 332.1 mg
ROASTED BEETS AND SAUTEED BEET GREENS
This is a great way to use every part of the fresh beets you buy. You can get two delicious side dishes out of this one vegetable.
Provided by BN61079
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees C). Wash the beets thoroughly, leaving the skins on, and remove the greens. Rinse greens, removing any large stems, and set aside. Place the beets in a small baking dish or roasting pan, and toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. If you wish to peel the beets, it is easier to do so once they have been roasted.
- Cover, and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until a knife can slide easily through the largest beet.
- When the roasted beets are almost done, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onion, and cook for a minute. Tear the beet greens into 2 to 3 inch pieces, and add them to the skillet. Cook and stir until greens are wilted and tender. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the greens as is, and the roasted beets sliced with either red-wine vinegar, or butter and salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 442.3 mg, Sugar 8 g
BEET, ORANGE AND ARUGULA SALAD
The oranges in this sweet and pungent salad will look like blood oranges after they sit for a little while with the beets. This makes a pretty Christmas salad. Try to find the wispy wild arugula, which is more pungent than regular arugula.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 10m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the orange juice, balsamic vinegar, sherry or red wine vinegar, salt and pepper, and oils. Taste and adjust the acidity, adding a little more vinegar or orange juice if desired.
- Toss the beets with 1 tablespoon of the dressing. Toss the arugula with 3 tablespoons of the remaining dressing and arrange on a platter or in a wide bowl. Arrange the beets and oranges on top of the arugula in an alternating pattern and drizzle on the remaining dressing. Top with the cilantro and walnuts, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 240, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 424 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams
Tips:
- Choose the best beets: Look for beets that are firm and smooth, with no blemishes or bruises. Smaller beets tend to be more tender and flavorful.
- Roast the beets properly: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) before roasting the beets. Toss the beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and wrap them individually in foil packets. Roast for 45-60 minutes, or until the beets are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Let the beets cool: Before handling or peeling the beets, let them cool slightly. This will make them easier to handle and prevent the skins from sticking to your hands.
- Use a variety of toppings: Roasted beets can be served with a variety of toppings, such as goat cheese, crumbled bacon, walnuts, or a balsamic glaze. Get creative and experiment with different flavors to find your favorite combination.
Conclusion:
Roasted beets are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they can be roasted ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for later use. With their vibrant color and sweet flavor, roasted beets are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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