Easy Oven-Baked Cider Vinaigrette Beets
These easy oven-baked beets are roasted until tender, then tossed warm with a tangy cider vinaigrette and finished with crumbled blue cheese. A simple, elegant side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 MINS
- Cook Time: 50 MINS
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 SERVINGS` 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: ROASTED
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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6 medium beets
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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½ teaspoon packed brown sugar
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
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Trim the tops and roots from the beets and scrub clean. Place beets in a covered baking dish or wrap loosely in foil.
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Roast for 45–60 minutes, or until beets are fork-tender.
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Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Rub off skins with a paper towel.
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Cut beets into wedges or chunks and place in a serving bowl.
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, horseradish, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
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Pour vinaigrette over warm beets and toss gently to coat.
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Sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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Dressing the beets while warm helps them absorb more flavor.
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Golden, red, or pink beets all work well in this recipe.
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Goat cheese or feta can be substituted for blue cheese if preferred.