Roasted Beets with Beet Green Salsa Verde Recipe

Name: Roasted Beets with Beet Green Salsa Verde
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 pounds small or medium beets, scrubbed; 1 pound fresh ricotta cheese; Sea salt; Pepper; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup sherry vinegar; 2 cups beet greens, halved lengthwise and very thinly sliced crosswise into ribbons; 1/2 cup minced beet green stems; 1/2 red onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup chopped dill, plus sprigs for garnish; 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Servings: persons

2 1/4 pounds small or medium beets, scrubbed
1 pound fresh ricotta cheese
Sea salt
Pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2 cups beet greens, halved lengthwise and very thinly sliced crosswise into ribbons
1/2 cup minced beet green stems
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped dill, plus sprigs for garnish
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

1
Preheat the oven to 400.
2
Wrap the beets in foil and transfer to a rimmed baking sheet.
3
Bake for about 1 hour, until tender when pierced.
4
Unwrap and let cool.
5
Spread the ricotta on a platter.
6
Cut the beets into chunks and arrange on the cheese.
7
Season lightly with sea salt.
8
In a medium bowl, whisk the oil with the vinegar.
9
Add the beet greens and stems, the onion and chopped dill and mix well.
10
Season the salsa verde with sea salt and pepper and spoon over the beets.
11
Scatter the pomegranate seeds on top, garnish with dill sprigs and serve.

470

kcal

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 1/4 pounds small or medium beets, scrubbed, 1 pound fresh ricotta cheese, Sea salt, Pepper, and more.

Yes, Roasted Beets with Beet Green Salsa Verde falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Roasted Beets with Beet Green Salsa Verde

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Variations & substitutions

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