Lavender Roasted Beets

Elevate your side dish game with these stunning Lavender Roasted Beets, a perfect blend of earthy sweetness and floral elegance. This recipe pairs tender, caramelized beets with a fragrant marinade of olive oil, dried culinary lavender, honey, and white balsamic vinegar, creating a symphony of flavors that’s both simple and sophisticated. Fresh thyme adds a herbaceous touch, while a hint of salt and pepper balances the natural sweetness. Roasted to perfection in just under an hour, these beets are a versatile addition to your table, whether served warm as a show-stopping side dish or room temperature for a light, aromatic appetizer. Perfect for seasonal entertaining or a unique weeknight treat, this dish is as delightful to eat as it is to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium beets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and peel the beets. Cut them into evenly sized wedges or cubes, about 1-inch thick.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, dried lavender, honey, thyme leaves, salt, black pepper, white balsamic vinegar, and water to create a flavorful marinade.

Step 4

Place the prepared beets in a large mixing bowl. Pour the lavender marinade over the beets, tossing to evenly coat each piece.

Step 5

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Spread the coated beets in a single layer on the sheet, ensuring they aren't overcrowded.

Step 6

Roast the beets in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, tossing halfway through to ensure even cooking. The beets should be fork-tender and caramelized around the edges.

Step 7

Remove the beets from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Transfer the roasted beets to a serving platter and garnish with additional thyme leaves, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(401.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	473.7

Total Fat 28.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1845.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.2g
Protein 5.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 68.6mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1142.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 42.5%