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Orange and Thyme Roasted Beets

Roasted beets are tossed in a bright and zesty orange and thyme dressing for the perfect side or salad topper. 
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Dana Sandonato

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs beets, scrubbed & peeled
  • 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt & cracked pepper
  • 1 tsp of honey
  • 1/4 cup of fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 2 tsp of finely grated orange zest
  • 2 tsp of fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 TBSP balsamic vinegar

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 400º F.

  • Cut the stems and gnarly roots, and peel the beets under cool running water to avoid a death by beet juice.
  • Pat the beets with paper towels, and wrap with tinfoil leaving the top open.
  • Drizzle some olive oil over the tops of the beets, then sprinkle with kosher salt and ground black pepper.
  • Place in the oven and roast for approx. 30-40 minutes, or until beets are tender. (Test with a fork.)

In a small bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, and orange juice.

  • When the beets are done roasting, allow them to cool for a few moments.
  • Once cooled, cut the beets into 1-inch bite-size pieces.
  • Place the beets into a large bowl and drizzle the balsamic, honey, and orange mixture over them.
  • Add fresh thyme and orange zest, and toss again.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley (optional)