Beets with Walnuts

1. 1

   In a 2-quart microwave-safe round glass casserole with a lid, microwave the beets with the water and the garlic, covered, on high power(100%), stirring every 2 minutes, for 6-9 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork, transferring them to a cutting board as they are cooked and reserving the garlic, and let them cool.

2. 2

   Peel the beets, halve them, and slice them 1/4 inch thick.

3. 3

   Peel the reserved garlic, mash it to a paste with the flat side of a heavy knife, and in a serving bowl stir it together with the oil, the coriander, the vinegar, the scallion, and salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Stir in the sliced beets and sprinkle the mixture with the walnuts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.