Recipe: Honey Lemon Beets π―π
Description:
This unique yet incredibly tasty recipe for Honey Lemon Beets offers a burst of color and flavor to any meal. With its delightful blend of sweet honey, tangy lemon juice, and earthy beets, this dish is not only delicious but also low in calories and fat. Perfect for those seeking a healthy and flavorful addition to their table!
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Category: Vegetable
- Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Easy
- Rating: ββββ (4 out of 5)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 116.4
- Fat: 3.2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 7.6mg
- Sodium: 98.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.2g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 2g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 | Beets |
| 1 | tablespoon Butter |
| 1 | Onion, diced |
| 2 | tablespoons Honey |
| 2 | tablespoons Lemon Juice |
| 1/2 | teaspoon Nutmeg |
| To Taste | Salt and Pepper |
Instructions:
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Cook Beets:
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- Add the beets and cook for about 40 minutes, or until they are tender.
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Prepare Beets:
- Once cooked, remove the beets from the pot and allow them to cool.
- Peel off the skin, then cut the beets in half and slice them into wedges.
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Prepare Sauce:
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes, or until the onion is tender.
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Add Flavor:
- Stir in the honey, lemon juice, nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Glaze Beets:
- Add the cooked beets to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them with the honey-lemon sauce.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the beets to become glazed and infused with flavor.
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Serve:
- Once the beets are nicely glazed, remove them from the heat.
- Serve the Honey Lemon Beets as a vibrant and flavorful side dish to complement any meal!
Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Honey Lemon Beets! π
