Honey-Dijon Roasted Golden Beets
Learn how to make delicious honey-dijon roasted golden beets today! The delightfully tangy honey-dijon glaze really makes the earthy flavors of the golden beets shine. It’s an amazing side dish that’s as easy to make as it is tasty!
If you’re as big a fan of vegetables as I am, you’re in for a treat. My newest recipe takes golden beets to a whole new level of goodness! Roasting and flavoring them with a glaze made from Dijon mustard, olive oil, and honey creates a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors, all in one dish. It’s one of the best ways to enjoy beets!
Why You’ll Love This Veggie Side Dish
- It’s so simple to make! The oven does most of the work for you as the beet roasts.
- It doesn’t require any fancy ingredients or cooking equipment.
- Golden beets are rich in vitamins, minerals, potassium, and fiber, which makes them good for the body.
- A plate of roasted golden beets would make a beautiful addition to your meals.
- It tastes so delicious!
- This dish is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly.
Ingredient Notes
Golden Beets: The main star of the dish. They have a mildly sweet, earthy flavor that works well with the glaze.
- If you don’t have golden beets, yellow beets are great substitutes. While you can use red beets, note that the dish’s flavor profile might change slightly since they have a more robust flavor.
Olive Oil: Helps the beets roast evenly in the oven.
Honey: Adds a natural sweetness that balances the earthiness of the beets and the tanginess of both Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar.
Dijon mustard: Imparts a tangy kick that makes the sauce delightful.
Apple Cider Vinegar: Brightens the glaze’s flavor and helps make the beets tender as they roast.
Garlic Powder: Gives savory, slightly pungent notes to the dish.
Salt and Ground Black Pepper: Enhances the overall taste of the roasted golden beets.
How to Roast Golden Beets
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl, toss the peeled and chopped beets with half of the honey-Dijon mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Spread the beets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast the beets for about 45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are fork-tender and slightly caramelized.
- Once roasted, transfer the beets to a bowl and toss with the remaining honey-Dijon mixture while still warm. Serve and enjoy!
How to Serve Roasted Golden Beets
- Tossed with crumbled goat cheese, greens, chopped walnuts, and a drizzle of vinaigrette dressing.
- Served alongside quinoa bowls.
- Served with flavorful polenta or crispy halloumi fritters.
- Paired with a roasted cauliflower salad or cabbage steaks.
- Served alongside a chickpea kale salad.
Expert Tips
- Use maple syrup or any vegan-friendly sweetener instead of honey to make this dish vegan.
- Cutting the beets into uniform slices will help them cook and caramelize properly.
- Adding vegetables like carrots, broccoli, turnips, or sweet potatoes can add texture and more flavor.
- You can also add fresh herbs, such as minced garlic or fresh thyme, to give the dish even more complex flavors.
- You can adjust the amount of honey and/or Dijon mustard you add to suit your preferences.
- Let the leftover roasted beets cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. They can be kept in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- You can reheat this dish in the oven, stovetop, or microwave. If it’s too dry, add more glaze or olive oil to freshen the beets.
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Ingredients
- 5 medium golden beets peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the oil, honey, mustard, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In a large bowl, combine the peeled and chopped beets with half of the honey-Dijon mixture. Toss to coat well.
- Place the beets on the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast the beets in the oven for 45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they’re fork-tender and lightly caramelized.
- Remove the beets from the oven and then immediately toss them with the remaining honey-Dijon mixture.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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- Let the leftover roasted beets cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. They can be kept in the refrigerator for up to four days.
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- You can reheat these beets in the oven, stovetop, or microwave. If it’s too dry, add more glaze or olive oil to freshen the beets.