Description
A vibrant and elegant appetizer featuring roasted golden beet rounds topped with creamy blue cheese and a crunchy walnut-herb mixture.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 medium golden beets, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss beet rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until beets are tender and lightly caramelized. Let cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, mix toasted walnuts and parsley. Top each beet round with blue cheese crumbles and the walnut mixture. Drizzle with honey and balsamic glaze if desired before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.