CHIOGGIA BEETS WITH RASPBERRY MINT VINAIGRETTE

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Yield Makes 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb beets (4 to 6; preferably Chioggia*), 1 inch of stems left intact
3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
2 to 2 1/2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh orange zest (from 2 oranges)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
Garnish: fresh mint sprigs

Steps:

  • Cover beets with water by 1 inch in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan and simmer until tender when pierced in center with a fork, about 30 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold running water. Let stand until cool enough to handle, then slip off and discard skins. Cut beets into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  • While beets are cooking, stir together scallions, 2 tablespoons vinegar, lemon juice to taste, mint, zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until combined. Add warm beets and toss with vinaigrette and vinegar and salt to taste. Serve warm or slightly chilled.
  • *Sometimes called candy-cane beets, chioggias become more aggressive in flavor as they age, so search out relatively young beets, with a diameter of 1 1/2 to 2 inches.

Michael Cordell
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The Chioggia beets with raspberry-mint vinaigrette were a delicious and healthy dish. The beets were roasted to perfection and the vinaigrette was light and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Sufism ALI
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This dish is a must-try for beet lovers! The Chioggia beets are roasted to perfection and the raspberry-mint vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch. Yum!


Tshego Mfundzi
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Overall, a solid recipe. The beets were cooked perfectly and the vinaigrette was tasty, though I found the raspberry flavor a bit too overpowering.


WiseMan Tv
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The Chioggia beets with raspberry-mint vinaigrette were a delightful side dish. The beets were tender and flavorful, and the vinaigrette was light and refreshing. I would definitely make this again.


Daniel Koutoglo
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The recipe was a bit too complicated for my liking. I prefer simpler dishes that don't require a lot of ingredients and steps.


Singstar
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This dish is a great way to showcase the beautiful Chioggia beets. The vinaigrette is a perfect complement, adding a touch of sweetness and acidity.


Suzann Duneman
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I followed the recipe precisely, but the vinaigrette turned out too oily. Not sure what went wrong, but it was a bit disappointing.


Freezer Lincoln
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Meh, not impressed. The beets were a bit too earthy for my taste and the vinaigrette was too sweet. Not something I'd make again.


BELLAMY
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The Chioggia beets with raspberry-mint vinaigrette were a hit at my dinner party. Everyone raved about the unique flavor combination. Will definitely make it again.


Jennifer Peek
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even a novice cook like me can make it look like a pro dish. And the taste? Oh boy, it's finger-licking good!


Sarita Rajbhandari
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Wow! Just wow! This dish is a flavor explosion in my mouth. The beets are cooked to perfection and the vinaigrette is divine. Highly recommend!


Mandeeq Yuusuf
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These Chioggia beets with raspberry-mint vinaigrette were a revelation! The earthy sweetness of the beets paired perfectly with the tangy-sweet vinaigrette. A definite keeper!