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High Protein & Fiber Veg Recipe | Charred Beets Lentils & Tzatziki | Who’s at My Door ft. Eden Eats

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Charred Beets with Lentils and Tzatziki

Cultural Context

Originating from the Mediterranean region, charred beets with lentils and tzatziki is a dish that highlights the vibrant flavors and textures of fresh ingredients. Beets are often celebrated for their earthy sweetness, while lentils provide hearty protein, making this dish both nutritious and satisfying. Tzatziki, a refreshing yogurt-based sauce, adds a cooling contrast, making it perfect for warm weather. This dish has gained popularity worldwide, with various adaptations reflecting local tastes and ingredient availability.

MediterraneanUSmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs beets
1 cup green lentils
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 medium cucumber
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh dill

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

plain yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta is less expensive and provides a similar texture.

1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2

Wash the beets and trim the ends slightly, keeping the skin on.

3

Drizzle olive oil over the beets, seasoning with salt.

4

Place the beets on a sheet tray and cover with foil.

5

Roast the beets in the oven for about 40 minutes until tender.

6

In a pot, combine green lentils and water; bring to a boil.

7

Cover the pot, reduce heat, and simmer the lentils for about 20 minutes until tender.

8

While the lentils cook, prepare the tzatziki by grating the cucumber on a small grater.

9

Squeeze out the excess moisture from the grated cucumber using hands or a lemon squeezer.

10

In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and chopped fresh dill.

11

Once the beets are roasted and cool, peel and chop them into bite-sized pieces.

12

In a bowl, combine roasted beets, cooked lentils, and tzatziki mixture, mixing well.

Cooking Techniques

roastingboilingmixing

Equipment Needed

ovenpotmixing bowlgrater

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Beet and Lentil SaladRoasted Beets with Tzatziki

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