ANISE-SCENTED BALSAMIC BEETS

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Turn over a new salad leaf! A balsamic syrup pairs perfectly with beets. From ® Prevention Healthy Cooking.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb beets, about 2-inch in diameter each, trimmed
1 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 star anise pods
1 tablespoon sugar
1 medium bunch arugula (about 4 cups), trimmed and washed
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425° F.
  • Wrap beets in aluminum foil; place directly on oven rack. Roast 45 minutes or until knife easily pierces beets. Cool 30 minutes; peel and cut each beet into 8 wedges.
  • Meanwhile, in medium saucepan stir together orange juice, vinegar, star anise and sugar. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat; boil and cook 12 to 14 minutes or until reduced to about 2 1/2 to 3 tablespoons of syrup. Discard star anise pods. Toss syrup with beets.
  • In small cup, whisk together lemon peel, lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper. In large bowl, toss arugula with the lemon mixture until greens are coated. Divide arugula and beets among 4 salad plates. Drizzle any remaining orange-balsamic syrup over each salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

Lx Armaan
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The anise seeds and balsamic vinegar complement each other perfectly. The beets were tender and delicious. Will definitely be making this again.


Susan Mwangi
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These beets were so easy to make and they turned out so well! The anise seeds added a nice depth of flavor. I served them with a simple vinaigrette and they were perfect.


SU NY
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I'm not usually a fan of beets, but this recipe changed my mind. The balsamic vinegar and anise seeds gave them a delicious sweet and savory flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Genevieve Louis
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These beets were amazing! The anise seeds added a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Khaled Bouam
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The anise seeds and balsamic vinegar complement each other perfectly. The beets were tender and delicious. Will definitely be making this again.


Roxy Faithy
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These beets were so easy to make and they turned out so well! The anise seeds added a nice depth of flavor. I served them with a simple vinaigrette and they were perfect.


Yaseen Faqeer
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I'm not usually a fan of beets, but this recipe changed my mind. The balsamic vinegar and anise seeds gave them a delicious sweet and savory flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Raheem Haye
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These beets were amazing! The anise seeds added a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Azan Awan
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The anise seeds and balsamic vinegar complement each other perfectly. The beets were tender and delicious. Will definitely be making this again.


Blurryface Eajay
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These beets were so easy to make and they turned out so well! The anise seeds added a nice depth of flavor. I served them with a simple vinaigrette and they were perfect.


Thaman Shrees
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook beets, and this recipe did not disappoint! The anise seeds added a subtle but delicious flavor to the beets. I will definitely be making this again.


Azam Like
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This recipe is a keeper! The beets were perfectly tender and flavorful. The balsamic vinegar and anise seeds gave them a delicious sweet and savory flavor. I served them with goat cheese and walnuts, which was the perfect complement. Highly recommend


Princesse Nabz
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I made these beets for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor. The anise seeds gave them a unique and interesting flavor. Will definitely be making these again.


Annmarie Lindsay
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These beets were delicious! I used a combination of red and golden beets, which made for a beautiful presentation. The anise seeds added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Abbas king Khan
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Followed the recipe exactly and the beets turned out perfectly! The anise flavor was subtle and added a nice depth of flavor. The balsamic vinegar gave them a lovely glaze. Highly recommend this recipe.


Mainstream Decoy
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I tried this recipe last night and it was amazing! The beets were so tender and flavorful. The anise seeds added a unique and delicious twist. I will definitely be making this again.


Isabella Phillips
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I'm not usually a fan of beets, but this recipe changed my mind. The balsamic vinegar and anise seeds gave them a delicious sweet and savory flavor. I'll be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Ballora Ballorae
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These balsamic beets were a hit at our dinner party! The anise flavor was subtle and sophisticated, and the beets were perfectly tender. Will definitely be making these again.