Montana Harvest of the Month: Roasted Beets Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while being neutral in flavor.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Red wine vinegar adds acidity without the sweetness of balsamic.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with a different flavor profile.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Wash and scrub the beets thoroughly to remove any dirt.

Trim the tops and roots off the beets, leaving about an inch of stem.

Wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil, sealing tightly.

Place the wrapped beets on a baking sheet.

Roast in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.

Remove the beets from the oven and let them cool slightly before handling.

Unwrap the beets and peel off the skins using your hands or a paper towel.

Cut the beets into wedges or slices as desired.

In a bowl, toss the beets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme.

Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and honey before serving.

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