Mandarin Beets

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant recipe for Mandarin Beets, a perfect blend of earthy sweetness and citrusy zing. Tender oven-roasted beets are transformed with a luscious glaze made from freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice, a drizzle of golden honey, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Infused with aromatic fresh thyme and finished with a sprinkle of mandarin zest, this dish is a showstopper for any occasion. The recipe combines simplicity and elegance, offering bold flavors with minimal effort, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and holiday gatherings. Serve these beautifully glazed beets warm or at room temperature, and watch them take center stage on your table. Keywords: roasted beets, mandarin orange glaze, citrus beet recipe, elegant side dish, healthy vegetarian recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized beets
• 2 whole mandarin oranges
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon mandarin zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash the beets thoroughly and trim off the greens, leaving about 1 inch of the stems attached.

Step 3

Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 4

Roast the beets in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until they can be easily pierced with a knife.

Step 5

While the beets are roasting, zest one mandarin orange and set the zest aside.

Step 6

Juice both mandarin oranges into a small bowl and combine the juice with honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the glaze.

Step 7

Once the beets are roasted, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 8

Using a paper towel, rub the skins off the beets. They should slip off easily. Cut the beets into wedges or slices, depending on your preference.

Step 9

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the prepared mandarin glaze and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 10

Add the beet slices or wedges to the skillet and toss them gently in the glaze until they are fully coated and warmed through, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 11

Transfer the glazed beets to a serving dish, sprinkle with mandarin zest, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	593.5 grams (593.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	627

Total Fat 29.20g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1850mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 91.40g	33%
Dietary Fiber 12.90g	46%
Total Sugars 76.20g
Protein 7.20g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 129mg	10%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 1445mg	31%

*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: 40.0%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 55.6%