Beets In Orange Apricot Sauce Recipe

Elevate your beet game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe! Sweet apricots and zesty orange create a surprising and delicious sauce that even beet skeptics will adore. This recipe is perfect for a side dish or light lunch, and easily adaptable to your taste.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 274.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beets In Orange Apricot Sauce

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How to Make Beets In Orange Apricot Sauce

  1. Boil 1 lb of beets in salted water until tender (about 20-25 minutes). Drain and allow to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, slip off the skins.
  2. While the beets cook, zest the orange using a microplane or fine grater. Segment the orange, removing all pith and seeds.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine the 1/2 cup apricot preserves and 1 tablespoon of orange liqueur (if using). Simmer over low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and heated through.
  4. Add the orange segments to the apricot sauce and stir gently to combine. Heat through for another minute.
  5. Slice or dice the cooked beets. Arrange on a serving plate or in a bowl.
  6. Pour the warm orange-apricot sauce generously over the beets. Garnish with the reserved orange zest.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for later. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

178g

Fat

0g

Carbs

23g