Description
Enjoy the earthy sweetness of baby beets in this delicious braised dish. Perfect as a side or atop salads, these tender beets are infused with balsamic flavor and a touch of honey.
Ingredients
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Braised Baby Beets:
- 1 pound baby beets, trimmed and scrubbed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté shallot until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add beets: Coat beets in oil and shallots. Pour in broth, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Simmer covered until tender, 30-40 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Reduce liquid: Uncover and cook for 5 minutes to thicken. Garnish with thyme before serving if desired.
Notes
- No need to peel baby beets before cooking.
- Increase honey for a sweeter flavor.
- Serve warm as a side dish or add to salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 to 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
