How to Serve Roasted Beets
Enjoy these roasted beets as a simple side dish, or gussy them up (I use fresh chives, goat cheese and a balsamic reduction). You can also serve them as a component within your meal, or on top of a hearty salad. You’ll find some suggestions below to help you improvise.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds beets (about 3 large or 5 small-to-medium)
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up. Scrub the beets well with a vegetable brush under running water (no need to peel them at any point).
  2. Using a sharp chef’s knife, slice off the base of each beet to create a flat surface, and slice off the skinny pointy ends as well. Place each beet with its flat side against the cutting board and slice the beets in half, then slice the beets into wedges of even thickness, about ½ to ¾-inch thick on the widest edge.
  3. Place the beet wedges on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the beets with the olive oil and sprinkle with the salt. Toss until the beets are evenly coated, then arrange them in a single layer across the pan.
  4. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, tossing halfway, until you’re able to pierce through the beets with a fork with light pressure. Season with additional salt, to taste, if desired, and serve.
  • Flavors that pair well with roasted beets:
  • Arugula and other bold greens, including collard greens
  • Avocado
  • Balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • Black pepper
  • Carrots
  • Creamy cheese and dairy, including feta, goat cheese, blue cheese, ricotta, sour cream and plain yogurt
  • Fennel
  • Fresh herbs, including dill, basil, chives, mint, parsley, cilantro, tarragon and thyme
  • Honey and maple syrup
  • Lemon and orange
  • Lentils
  • Nuts and seeds, including pistachios, hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans, pine nuts, pepitas and sunflower seeds
  • Onions, especially green, red and shallots
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