Roasted Beet Goat Cheese
A vibrant and healthy dish featuring tender roasted beets paired with creamy goat cheese, perfect as a salad or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium beets, washed and trimmed
- 3 oz goat cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh thyme or microgreens, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap beets individually in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
- Roast beets in the oven for 45–60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove beets from oven, unwrap, and allow to cool slightly.
- Peel the skins off the beets using your hands or a paper towel.
- Slice the roasted beets into rounds or wedges.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange beet slices on a serving plate, dollop goat cheese on top, and drizzle with the dressing.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or microgreens if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
For a more substantial salad, add toasted walnuts or serve over a bed of arugula for extra peppery flavor.
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