Description
Sweet, earthy beets paired with creamy blue cheese create a striking contrast that’s irresistibly delectable, drizzled with honey and finished with crunchy walnuts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium beets, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 oz soft blue cheese or Gorgonzola
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ⅓ cup chopped toasted walnuts
- 1 tbsp honey
- Fresh thyme leaves or microgreens, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss peeled and sliced beet rounds in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Combine blue cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and lemon juice until smooth to make the filling.
- Assemble towers by layering beet slices with cheese filling, stacking 2-3 layers high.
- Drizzle assembled towers with honey and garnish with walnuts and thyme or microgreens.
Notes
Ensure walnuts are properly toasted to bring out their natural oils and flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Sodium: 250mg
- Protein: 7g