Red Red Red

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Red Red Red
45 min.
6
174kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your culinary repertoire with a delightful burst of flavor, look no further than "Red Red Red." This vibrant, vegan, and gluten-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a refreshing treat for the palate. With its bold colors and enticing flavors, this side dish serves as a perfect complement to any meal, ensuring your dining experience is anything but ordinary.

The star of this recipe is the beautiful combination of cooked beets and crisp Granny Smith apples, skillfully pulsed into a smooth puree. This mix is enriched with a sweet and tangy syrup made from apple cider vinegar and a hint of warmth from whole spices like star anise and allspice. The result is a unique granita that captures the essence of autumn and is perfect for any festive occasion.

What sets "Red Red Red" apart is its versatility; it can be served as a refreshing palate cleanser or as an elegant side dish. The granita is paired with chilled prosecco, creating a bubbly sensation that heightens the overall experience. It's light, low in calories, and wonderfully hydrating—everything you could want from a sophisticated dish. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving six, this recipe is sure to impress your guests at your next gathering. Indulge in the rich, beautiful flavors of "Red Red Red" and enjoy the compliments that come your way!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • ounces beets cooked
  •  apples i use 2 granny smith apples cored peeled cut into 1-inch chunks
  • cup granulated sugar 
  •  star anise pods 
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • teaspoons allspice whole
  • 750 milliliter prosecco chilled
  • 750 milliliter prosecco chilled

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Pulse beets and apples in a food processor until completely pureed.Set aside.
  2. Combine sugar, water, vinegar, star anise, and allspice in a mediumsaucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until sugar is completelydissolved, about 5 minutes. Stir in pureed beets.
  3. Remove fromheat and let cool to room temperature.
  4. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a 13-by-9-inch bakingpan; discard solids.
  5. Place pan in freezer. Scrape mixture with a fork once every 20 minutes until mixture is fully frozen and has a slushy consistency.
  6. To serve, spoon 3 to 4 tablespoons granita into each of 6 champagneflutes. Top with prosecco.
  7. Recipes from Winter Cocktails by María Del Mar Sacasa. Copyright © 2013 by Quirk Books.

Nutrition Facts

Calories174kcal
Protein2.14%
Fat2.62%
Carbs95.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.68
Glycemic Load
26.27
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.2665217350359%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.48mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.39mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
2.28mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:174.33kcal
8.72%
Fat:0.52g
0.81%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.42%
Carbohydrates:42.96g
14.32%
Net Carbohydrates:40.68g
14.79%
Sugar:39.1g
43.44%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:35.5mg
1.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.96g
1.93%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.1%
Folate:42.8µg
10.7%
Fiber:2.29g
9.15%
Potassium:209.34mg
5.98%
Iron:0.9mg
5%
Vitamin C:4.1mg
4.97%
Magnesium:16.12mg
4.03%
Copper:0.07mg
3.37%
Calcium:29.09mg
2.91%
Phosphorus:27.1mg
2.71%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.39%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.96%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.56%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.46%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.16%
Source:Epicurious