Radcliffe Beets

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound red beets, trimmed
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice
  • zest from 1 orange (about 1 tablespoon)
  • juice from 1 Meyer lemon
  • zest from 1 Meyer lemon
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Place the beets in a skillet or roasting pan, add 1/2 cup of water, and cover with foil or a lid. Roast in a 350 degree oven for about an hour, until beets can be easily pierced with a fork. Remove from oven and cool, uncovered.
  2. When beets are cool enough to handle, slip off and discard the skins, and cut into large dice. Set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, Meyer lemon juice, vinegar, honey and cornstarch. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and reduce slightly, whisking constantly until thickened a bit. Remove from the heat and whisk in the butter and citrus zest. .
  4. Pour over the diced beets and stir to combine well. Salt to taste. Best at room temperature.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

455 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.9g 2% DV
Total Fat 25.2g 32% DV
Carbs 56.8g 21% DV
Fiber 0.4g 1% DV
Sugar 26.5g 53% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 11.5mg 1% DV
Potassium 268.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 2.3mcg
Vitamin C 8.3mg 9% DV
Calcium 27.5mg 2% DV
Iron 2.5mg 14% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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