Pureed Beets With Yogurt & Za’Atar Recipe

Name: Pureed Beets With Yogurt & Za’Atar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs beets; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1/2 tablespoon date syrup; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon za'atar spice mix; 1 pinch salt; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted until golden brown; 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Servings: persons

1
Pre-heat the oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Wash the beets and place them on a pan that has been lined with aluminum foil. Roast them uncovered for about an hour (** or until you can easily slide a knife into them). Take the beets out of the oven and let them cool until you can handle them. Peel the beets, cut them into quarters and allow to cool completely.
3
Put the beets, garlic, chili flakes and yogurt in a food processor and blend until into a smooth paste.
4
Transfer the beet mixture to a large bowl and mix in the maple syrup, olive oil, za'atar and 1 teaspoon salt.
5
Place the puree on a flat serving plate, using the back of a spoon to spread it evenly around the plate.
6
Sprinkle the green onions, almonds and the goat cheese on the puree and drizzle with olive oil.
7
Serve at room temperature.

353

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs beets, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1 cup Greek yogurt, and more.

Yes, Pureed Beets With Yogurt & Za’Atar falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pureed Beets With Yogurt & Za’Atar

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