Description
Roasted Beets with Orange Gremolata is a vibrant dish that elevates earthy beets with a zesty, aromatic gremolata. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning masterpiece that will leave your guests asking for more. The combination of tender roasted beets and bright citrus notes creates an unforgettable flavor experience that’s both healthy and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized beets (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- Zest of 1 large organic orange
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Trim beet tops and roots, wrap each beet in foil, and place them on a baking sheet.
- Roast the wrapped beets for about 45–60 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Once cool enough to handle, unwrap the beets and peel the skins off using paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix parsley, garlic, orange zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together to create the gremolata.
- Slice the roasted beets into wedges or rounds and arrange them on a platter. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and top with the orange gremolata before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg