Description
This vibrant and flavorful Roasted Beets and Carrots with Burrata recipe combines tender, caramelized root vegetables with creamy burrata cheese and a zesty homemade dressing. A perfect dish that highlights earthy beets, sweet carrots, fresh beet greens, and an herby, tangy dressing, ideal as a nutritious appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 red beets with tops
- 3 golden beets with tops
- 6 carrots, halved lengthwise
- Olive oil, for tossing and sautéing
- Salt, to taste
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 teaspoon minced rosemary
- Salt, to taste
Other
- Burrata cheese, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables evenly and to develop caramelization.
- Prepare and Roast Vegetables: Peel and cut the red and golden beets as required, and halve the carrots lengthwise. Toss all vegetables with olive oil and salt to season evenly. Arrange them on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 30 minutes, or until they become tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Sauté Beet Greens: While the vegetables roast, separate the beet greens from the stems and sauté them briefly in a pan with a little olive oil over medium heat until tender, about 3-5 minutes. Season lightly with salt.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, crushed garlic, minced rosemary, and salt to taste until well combined and emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad: Combine the roasted beets and carrots with the sautéed beet greens in a serving dish. Tear or slice the burrata cheese and arrange it on top of the vegetables.
- Dress and Serve: Drizzle the herby dressing over the burrata and vegetables. Serve immediately to enjoy the mixture of warm roasted vegetables and creamy cheese.
Notes
- You can prepare this recipe ahead by roasting the vegetables and making the dressing, then reheating before serving.
- If burrata is unavailable, fresh mozzarella can be used as a substitute, though it will be less creamy.
- Be sure not to overcook the vegetables to maintain some texture and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Use fresh rosemary for the best flavor; dried can be substituted but reduce quantity by half.
