Beets With Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette And Mint Recipes

BEET CARPACCIO WITH MINT VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Fill a pot with 3 inches of water, insert a steamer basket, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium or medium-low and place beets inside the steamer basket. Cover pot. Cook until beets are easily pierced with a knife, checking water level periodically, 35 to 50 minutes. Remove from heat and cool, about 30 minutes.
• Peel the beets; if you are using red and golden beets, peel the golden ones first so you don't end up turning them pink. Remove any remaining root stems. Thinly slice beets and arrange on a serving platter. I use a round plate and start in the center, alternating red and golden beet slices. Dot the top with goat cheese - you want to be able to see the beets but have enough cheese because it pairs so well with the beet. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
• Combine rice vinegar, olive oil, mint, and sugar in a small bowl. Drizzle over beets.

ROASTED BALSAMIC BEETS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Wash and peel the beets. Slice each beet in quarters lengthwise, and then slice each quarter into three chunks.
• Line a baking sheet with foil, and place the beets on top. Drizzle with the olive oil and vinegar, and then add salt and pepper. Gently stir to coat the beets.
• Cover with more foil and roll the edges of the two layers to create a pouch for the beets. Cook for 20 minutes.
• Remove the beets from the oven, and raise the temperature to 400 degrees. Take off the top layer of foil (watch out for steam!), and stir to mix the juices. Return to the oven and continue to cook for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Serve warm or cold, or add to a salad.

BAKED BEETS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400°F
• Place each beet on a square of aluminum foil and wrap tightly.
• Place on baking sheet.
• Bake until the beets are tender when pierced with a wooden toothpick, usually 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
• Poke holes in foil to let steam escape and carefully unwrap.
• When the beets are cool enough to handle, slip off the skins.
• Slice the beets and place them in a bowl.
• Add the vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.
• Toss to combine, adding a little more vinegar if needed.
• Let stand at least 15 minutes before serving.