Ingredients

2 bunches red beets
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon horseradish
1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons caraway seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced onions
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
Rote Rubensalat, or Red-Beet Salad, is a traditional German dish often served as a side dish or salad. This recipe for Red-Beet Salad features tender roasted beets dressed in a tangy and flavorful horseradish-vinegar dressing. It's a great way to add more vegetables to your diet and is perfect as a refreshing summer side dish or as a light lunch. This salad is easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days, making it a convenient option for meal prep.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Remove the greens from the beets and set aside for another use.
3.Rinse and scrub the beets.
4.Place the beets in a roasting pan or baking dish.
5.Add 2 tablespoons water to the pan and cover with foil.
6.Bake for 45-60 minutes or until the beets are tender.
7.Remove the beets from the oven and allow them to cool.
8.Once cool, use a sharp knife to peel the beets and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
9.In a small bowl, whisk together the horseradish, vinegar, cloves, caraway seeds, salt, sugar, pepper, and minced onions.
10.Gradually whisk in the vegetable oil to make the dressing.
11.In a large bowl, combine the beets with the dressing, tossing to coat well.
12.Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

PROS

This Red-Beet Salad is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

The dressing is tangy and flavorful without being heavy or fatty.

CONS

Some people may be put off by the distinctive earthy flavor of beets.

Beets can also cause red urine in some people, which can be alarming but is harmless.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beets are high in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, including folate, potassium, iron, and vitamin C.
The pigments that give beets their intense color may also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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