Crispy Smashed Beets with Goat Cheese

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Cooked beets are lightly pressed and pan-fried for a charred, crispy outer crust--similar to that of smashed potatoes. The herbed goat cheese dip makes this healthy appetizer or easy side dish even more delicious.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on April 19, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Prep Time:

30 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 30 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

6 small or 4 medium beets (about 1 pound), trimmed and either scrubbed or peeled
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
¼ cup goat cheese (2 ounces), at room temperature
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
Pinch plus 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
Pinch plus 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

Directions

Place beets, vinegar and rosemary in a single layer in a large saucepan. Add water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Cover and cook until the beets are very tender, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
Meanwhile, whisk goat cheese and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in chives and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Set aside at room temperature.
When the beets are cooked, transfer them to a cutting board. Cut each beet in half horizontally. Lightly press on each beet with a sturdy salad-size plate or mason jar to flatten it, but keep it intact. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper on both sides of the beets. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the beets and cook, turning once, until browned on both sides and crispy on the edges, 3 to 6 minutes total. Transfer to a plate. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan and repeat with the remaining beets. Serve with a dollop of the goat cheese mixture.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, October 2018

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

170	Calories
11g	Fat
14g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 2 beet halves & about 1 tablespoon goat cheese
Calories 170
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 5g	10%
Total Fat 11g	13%
Saturated Fat 3g	16%
Cholesterol 7mg	2%
Vitamin A 283IU	6%
Vitamin C 7mg	7%
Folate 128mcg	32%
Sodium 342mg	15%
Calcium 55mg	4%
Iron 1mg	8%
Magnesium 33mg	8%
Potassium 412mg	9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Crispy Smashed Beets with Goat Cheese

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