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Course: Salads & Sides

Ingredients

  • 1 kg fresh whole beets
  • 1/4 large onion
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (toasting optional)
  • Generous pinch of salt
  • Baby spinach (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450ºF. Peel beets; cut into batons about 3 inches long and ¼ inch thick. Set aside beet greens for serving (if purchased in tact). Toss beets and onion with olive oil; place on a cookie sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until onion is brown tipped. Cool to room temperature.
  • Stir honey with mustard in a medium bowl until combined; slowly whisk in lemon juice and salt. Add beets and onions, including any liquid; gently toss to coat.
  • If making ahead, cover and refrigerate salad for up to 2 days; bring to room temperature before serving. Serve on a bed of tender beet greens or baby spinach generously scattered with pumpkin seeds.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food & Drink Magazine