Grapefruit and White Beets with Yogurt and Tarragon

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
30%
Grapefruit and White Beets with Yogurt and Tarragon
45 min.
4
218kcal

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Discover a vibrant and refreshing side dish that will elevate your dining experience: Grapefruit and White Beets with Yogurt and Tarragon. This delightful recipe combines the earthy sweetness of roasted white beets with the bright, tangy notes of fresh grapefruit, creating a harmonious balance that is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying.

Perfect for vegetarians and gluten-free diets, this dish is not only healthy but also packed with flavor. The creamy Greek yogurt adds a luscious texture, while the fresh tarragon infuses the dish with an aromatic herbal note that complements the other ingredients beautifully. Toasted pine nuts provide a delightful crunch, making each bite a delightful experience.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or as an impressive side for your next gathering. With only 218 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a medley of nutrients from the beets and grapefruits. Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself to a gourmet meal at home, this Grapefruit and White Beets dish is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

  • pound beets white (candy-stripe)
  • 0.3 cup tarragon fresh
  •  grapefruit white
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • tablespoons pinenuts 
  • 0.8 cup greek yogurt plain
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast pine nutson a rimmed baking sheet, tossingoccasionally, until golden brown, 6–8minutes; let cool.
  2. Increase oven heat to 400°F.
  3. Place beetson a sheet of parchment paper set on topof a sheet of foil; rub beets with oil andseason with salt. Close up parchment andfoil around beets.
  4. Place packet on a bakingsheet and roast beets until tender, 40–50minutes. Unwrap beets and let cool.
  5. Peel beets and thinly slice into rounds.Toss beets and vinegar in a medium bowl;season with salt and let stand 15 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, finely grate 1/2 teaspoon zest from1 grapefruit and set aside. Using a sharp,small knife, cut all peel and white pithfrom both grapefruits; discard. Thinly slicegrapefruit into rounds.
  7. Place yogurt in a small bowl; seasonwith salt and mix well. Spoon onto plates.Top yogurt with beets and sliced grapefruit,then tarragon, toasted pine nuts, andreserved grapefruit zest.
  8. DO AHEAD: Beets can be roasted 2 daysahead; let cool. Cover and chill. Pine nutscan be toasted 1 day ahead; store airtight atroom temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories218kcal
Protein14.53%
Fat36.34%
Carbs49.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.75
Glycemic Load
8.77
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
17.322173740553%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.45mg
Naringenin
41.78mg
Luteolin
1.19mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:217.64kcal
10.88%
Fat:9.37g
14.42%
Saturated Fat:1.01g
6.3%
Carbohydrates:28.51g
9.5%
Net Carbohydrates:22.77g
8.28%
Sugar:17.98g
19.98%
Cholesterol:1.88mg
0.63%
Sodium:298.54mg
12.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.43g
16.86%
Manganese:1.32mg
66.13%
Vitamin C:47.18mg
57.19%
Folate:154.15µg
38.54%
Vitamin A:1646.97IU
32.94%
Fiber:5.74g
22.95%
Potassium:738.26mg
21.09%
Magnesium:71.92mg
17.98%
Phosphorus:173.1mg
17.31%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.71%
Iron:2.54mg
14.08%
Copper:0.25mg
12.69%
Calcium:126.04mg
12.6%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.58%
Vitamin E:1.42mg
9.46%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.92%
Zinc:1.3mg
8.64%
Selenium:4.83µg
6.9%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.67%
Vitamin B5:0.66mg
6.59%
Vitamin K:6.38µg
6.07%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.37%
Source:Epicurious