Glazed Mandarin Beets

Brighten up your table with the vibrant flavors of Glazed Mandarin Beets, a sweet and savory side dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. This recipe transforms earthy roasted beets into a gourmet delight by coating them in a luscious glaze made with freshly squeezed mandarin juice, golden honey, and a hint of white wine vinegar. Infused with fragrant thyme and buttery richness, the glaze adds a tangy-sweet contrast to the caramelized beets, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Ready in just over an hour, this simple yet elegant dish is ideal for holiday feasts or as a standout addition to a weeknight dinner. Serve warm and let the fresh citrus notes and rustic charm elevate your dining experience! Keywords: roasted beets, mandarin glaze, sweet and savory side dish, holiday recipe, citrus-infused beets.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized beets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 3 whole mandarin oranges
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Wash and trim the beets, removing the tops and roots. Peel the beets with a vegetable peeler and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Place the cubed beets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Roast the beets in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 5

While the beets are roasting, zest one of the mandarins and juice all three. This should yield about 1/4 cup of juice.

Step 6

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the mandarin juice, mandarin zest, honey, and butter. Stir frequently until the butter has melted and the mixture comes to a simmer.

Step 7

Let the glaze simmer for about 5 minutes, then stir in the white wine vinegar and fresh thyme leaves. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Step 8

Once the beets are done roasting, transfer them to a serving dish and pour the mandarin glaze over the top. Toss gently to coat the beets evenly in the glaze.

Step 9

Serve warm, garnished with a few additional thyme leaves if desired. Enjoy this sweet and tangy side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	685 grams (685.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	772

Total Fat 41.40g	53%
Saturated Fat 11.50g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 1853mg	81%
Total Carbohydrate 102.90g	37%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 85.40g
Protein 8.00g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1585mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.7%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 50.4%