Roasted Hasselback Beets with Fresh Dill Dressing
Roasted Hasselback Beets with Fresh Dill Dressing is a stunning dish that transforms simple beets into an elegant side. The unique hasselback cut enhances their natural sweetness while allowing them to absorb a creamy, zesty dill dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this vibrant recipe will impress your guests and elevate your dining experience with its delightful flavors and beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized beets (about 500g)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and trim the beets, making thin slices across the top without cutting through.
- Drizzle olive oil over each beet, ensuring it seeps into the cuts. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- While roasting, whisk together dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Allow beets to cool slightly before serving on a platter drizzled with dill dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beet (125g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg