Balsamic Beets
"Really tangy beet number to serve with grilled meat or fish. Wear clean rubber gloves to avoid beet stained hands. Time does not include marinating."
- Ready In:
- 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 5
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
- 1 lb beet, rinsed and trimmed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 orange, zest plus a squeeze of orange juice for the dressing
- 1 tablespoon thyme, leaves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
directions
- Place the beets in a medium pan, cover with water, bring to the boil and cook for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain and peel the skins off under running water.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F Cut the beets into wedges, place in a roasting tin and toss with half of the oil, the orange zest and thyme. Season and roast for 10-15 minutes.
- For the dressing, mix the balsamic vinegar with the remaining oil and the orange juice.
- Place the cooked beets in a large bowl and pour over the dressing.
- Leave to marinate for 30 minutes or up to 2 hours before serving with grilled meat or fish.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
English_Rose
United Kingdom
I live in Manchester, UK with my fiance and young son. I work at the local hospital in pediatrics and love my job. I also love cooking!! I have a sweet tooth but try and make healthy family meals, I'm not against some lovely treats now and then though :)
