Roasted Beet Relish with Feta on Crostini
Elevate your appetizer game with this Roasted Beet Relish with Feta on Crostini, a vibrant and flavorful bite that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Sweet, earthy roasted beets are diced and tossed with tangy orange zest, fresh parsley, and a hint of balsamic vinegar to create a colorful relish that pairs perfectly with creamy crumbles of feta cheese. Served atop crispy, garlic-rubbed crostini, this dish offers an irresistible contrast of textures and flavors that will impress any crowd. Perfect for holiday get-togethers, elegant dinner parties, or a sophisticated snack, this recipe is easy to prepare yet guaranteed to steal the spotlight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium beets
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 small red onion
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 large baguette
- 1 large garlic clove
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and trim the beets, wrapping each one individually in aluminum foil. Place the wrapped beets onto a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 40-50 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the beets are roasting, thinly slice the baguette into 1/2-inch rounds. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and drizzle them lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Rub one side of each toasted slice with the cut side of the garlic clove for flavor. Set aside.
Once the beets are tender, remove them from the oven. Allow them to cool slightly, then peel off the skins using your hands or a paper towel. Be careful, as the beets can stain easily.
Dice the peeled beets into small cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and fresh parsley. Add both to the bowl with the diced beets.
Add the orange zest, orange juice, balsamic vinegar, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the beet mixture. Toss well to combine.
Crumble the feta cheese and gently fold it into the beet relish mixture.
To assemble, spoon the beet relish onto the toasted crostini just before serving. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added color, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.7 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 3901 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.3 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 51.1 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 621 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1478 mg | 31% | |
*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.
