**Marinated Beets with Pistachios and Tarragon: A Symphony of Sweet, Earthy, and Nutty Flavors**
Take a culinary journey to the vibrant world of marinated beets, where sweet and earthy flavors dance harmoniously with the nutty crunch of pistachios and the herbaceous touch of tarragon. This delightful dish, presented in three variations, offers a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. From the classic vinegar-based marinade to the tangy orange-scented version and the creamy goat cheese dressing, each recipe promises a unique experience. Whether you're seeking a vibrant side dish, a refreshing salad, or an elegant appetizer, these marinated beet recipes are sure to impress.
GLAZED BEETS WITH CREME FRAICHE AND PISTACHIOS
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For the beets, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Massage each beet with about a teaspoon of oil and season with salt and pepper. Individually wrap each beet in aluminum foil. Place the beets on a baking sheet and bake for about an hour, or until you can easily pierce them with a knife.
- When the beets have cooled enough to handle but are still warm, unwrap them and rub them with a dry kitchen towel or paper towels to remove their skin. Cut the beets into quarters and allow to cool completely.
- Fill a high-sided saute pan with 1/4 cup of water, the honey and butter and place over medium-high heat; stir gently. Once the mixture begins to thicken and form a glaze, turn off the heat, add the cooked beets and toss to coat them in the glaze. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- For the pistachios, toast them in a small saute pan over medium heat just until they're warm and you can smell their "pistachio-ness." Cool and chop or crush them slightly; they should remain chunky to give good crunch to the dish.
- For the creme fraiche, place it in a bowl and mix with the lemon zest and about half the chopped mint. Refrigerate until you're ready to assemble the dish.
- To serve, spoon the creme fraiche mixture over the bottom of a medium serving dish. Place the warm beets (reheat them if necessary) on top of the creme fraiche in a single layer. (Resist the urge to pile these beauties high; you'll want to be getting creme fraiche and beet in every bite.) If there's any glaze leftover in the pan, pour it over the beets. Sprinkle the pistachios over the beets. Tear the parsley leaves with your fingertips and let them fall naturally over the beets. Sprinkle on the rest of the mint, add a few grinds of fresh black pepper and you're good to go.
ROASTED BEETS WITH YOGURT, PISTACHIOS AND CORIANDER
This sophisticated side is easy enough for a weeknight, but fancy enough for entertaining thanks to a few unexpected additions: Seasoned Greek yogurt forms the basis of an effortless sauce, while toasted coriander seeds and chopped pistachios add texture. Roasting sweet, earthy beets concentrates their flavor, and a splash of balsamic balances out their sweetness. This dish can be prepared in advance and served hot, cold or at room temperature, but its assembly should be done just before serving so the toasted coriander seeds and roasted pistachios retain their crunch.
Provided by Aaron Hutcherson
Categories easy, quick, weeknight, vegetables, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Peel the beets, halve them, then cut each half into 4 wedges. Toss the beets with 2 tablespoons oil and the ground coriander on a rimmed baking sheet. Season generously with salt and pepper and spread out in an even layer. Roast, tossing once halfway through, until almost fully tender, about 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toast the coriander seeds in a small skillet over medium, shaking the skillet, until golden and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Set aside.
- Season the yogurt with salt and pepper and spread it on a platter. Add the remaining olive oil and the balsamic to the roasted beets and toss to coat; season. Arrange the beets and their juices over the yogurt. Sprinkle with the chopped pistachios and toasted coriander seeds. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 236, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 453 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams
BEET AND RADICCHIO SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE AND PISTACHIOS
Here's a hearty roasted beet salad that doesn't take hours to make. Cutting the beets up into small cubes shortens the cooking time and results in all over caramelization that you don't get with roasted whole beets. By the time you're finished prepping the rest of the salad, the beets will be done.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 appetizer-size servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a large bowl, toss together the beets, 2 tablespoons oil, 1/2 tablespoon vinegar, and some salt and pepper. Arrange beets in a single layer on baking sheet and cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake until tender and golden around edges, about 30 minutes more. Cool; transfer to a small bowl.
- With mortar and pestle, or the back of a knife, mash garlic with 1/2 teaspoon salt to form a paste. In a small bowl, whisk together with remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, then remaining 6 tablespoons oil and the tarragon. Season with pepper and additional salt, if necessary.
- Toss beets with 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette. In a large bowl, combine radicchio, endive and parsley. Toss with remaining vinaigrette. Add beets and goat cheese, and toss gently. Serve garnished with pistachios.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 364, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 370 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams
ROASTED BEETS WITH TARRAGON
Tarragon and beets have a natural affinity for each other, especially when the beets are roasted. It's a striking combination in salads or, as shown here, served in endive spears as an hors d'oeuvre.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Roast, peel, and dice beets, then toss them with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and coarse salt. Serve in endive leaves, garnished with fresh tarragon.
Tips for Making Marinated Beets with Pistachios and Tarragon
- Choose beets that are about 2 inches in diameter. Smaller beets will cook faster, while larger beets will take longer to cook.
- Beets can be roasted whole or sliced. If you are roasting them whole, pierce them with a fork before roasting.
- The beets are done roasting when they are tender when pierced with a fork. The roasting time will vary depending on the size of the beets and how they are cut.
- Allow the beets to cool slightly before peeling and slicing them. The beets will be easier to peel when they are still warm.
- The marinade for the beets is made with red wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, garlic, and tarragon. You can adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your taste.
- The beets can be marinated for as little as 30 minutes or for up to overnight. The longer they marinate, the more flavorful they will be.
- Serve the beets at room temperature or chilled. They can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or salad.
Conclusion
Marinated beets with pistachios and tarragon are a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or salad. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. The beets are roasted until tender and then marinated in a flavorful mixture of red wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, garlic, and tarragon. The pistachios and tarragon add a nice crunch and flavor to the dish. These marinated beets are a great way to add some color and flavor to your next meal.
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