Roasted Beets with Orange Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
43%
Roasted Beets with Orange Vinaigrette
45 min.
8
89kcal

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Discover a vibrant and delicious side dish that’s perfect for any occasion: Roasted Beets with Orange Vinaigrette. This recipe highlights the natural sweetness of beets, enhanced by a zesty orange dressing that brightens the dish and tantalizes your taste buds. Ideal for vegetarians, vegans, and those seeking gluten-free and dairy-free options, this dish is as versatile as it is nutritious.

Not only do beets add a stunning pop of color to your plate, but they are also packed with essential nutrients and antioxidants, making them a powerhouse vegetable. The warm, tender roasted beets are beautifully complemented by a tangy vinaigrette made with fresh orange juice, champagne vinegar, and shallots, creating a refreshing contrast that elevates this simple recipe to something truly special.

Perfect for gatherings, holidays, or just a delightful weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to impress. With just 45 minutes of cooking time, you can easily prepare this mouthwatering side that serves up to eight people. Whether served warm or at room temperature, the Roasted Beets with Orange Vinaigrette are sure to be a hit on your dining table. Embrace the bold flavors and beautiful colors of this dish, and enjoy a healthy, scrumptious addition to your meal!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons orange juice 
  • servings bell pepper 
  • 2.5 pounds beets red rinsed trimmed for another use (including tops) (each 2 to 3 in. wide; see notes)
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons shallots minced
  • tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Place beets in a 9- by 13-inch baking pan.
  2. Add 1/2 inch water. Cover tightly with foil and bake in a 375 regular or convection oven until tender when pierced, 45 to 60 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel and cut into 1/2-inch wedges.
  3. Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine orange juice, vinegar, shallots, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Add the warm beets and stir to coat.
  5. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories89kcal
Protein13.18%
Fat4.6%
Carbs82.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.25
Glycemic Load
7.85
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.751739185789%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
1.52mg
Naringenin
0.27mg
Luteolin
0.98mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:88.93kcal
4.45%
Fat:0.49g
0.76%
Saturated Fat:0.09g
0.54%
Carbohydrates:19.8g
6.6%
Net Carbohydrates:14.17g
5.15%
Sugar:13.98g
15.53%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:405.11mg
17.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.17g
6.35%
Vitamin C:108.91mg
132.01%
Folate:193.45µg
48.36%
Vitamin A:2404.97IU
48.1%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.11%
Fiber:5.64g
22.56%
Potassium:653.98mg
18.69%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.27%
Magnesium:43.7mg
10.93%
Iron:1.54mg
8.54%
Vitamin E:1.24mg
8.27%
Phosphorus:80.19mg
8.02%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.31%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.48%
Copper:0.13mg
6.38%
Vitamin B3:1.26mg
6.29%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.87%
Zinc:0.7mg
4.67%
Vitamin K:3.97µg
3.78%
Calcium:30.74mg
3.07%
Selenium:1.11µg
1.59%
Source:My Recipes