Beets with Shallot Vinaigrette Recipe

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Beets with Shallot Vinaigrette
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Directions:

  1. Wrap beets in parchment paper. Microwave at HIGH until tender (about 7 minutes). Let stand 5 minutes. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Combine shallots and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl; stir well with a whisk. Add beets; toss gently to coat.
  3. Variation 1
  4. Blood Orange Salad: Prepare base recipe through step 1. Section 1 blood orange over a bowl; squeeze to juice. Place sections in a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons toasted walnut oil, 2 tablespoons minced shallots, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon salt to juice; stir. Add beets, 2 cups greens, and orange sections; toss. Top with 1/3 cup chopped unsalted, dry-roasted pistachios and 2 tablespoons goat cheese.
  5. Serves 4 (serving size: about 3/4 cup)
  6. Calories 229; Fat 12.3g (sat 1.7g); Sodium 247mg
  7. Variation 2
  8. Couscous, Mint, and Almond: Prepare base recipe through step 1 with 1 pound beets. Bring 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons water to a boil. Add 1/3 cup couscous; cover. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Combine 2 tablespoons minced shallots, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add beets and couscous. Top with 1/4 cup sliced almonds and 3 tablespoons mint. Serves 4 (serving size: about 2/3 cup) Calories 201; Fat 9.9g (sat 1.2g); Sodium 254mg
  9. Variation 3
  10. Toasted Spices: Prepare base recipe through step 1. Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons minced shallots, 1 teaspoon brown mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon minced ginger, 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, and 1 diced carrot; cook 2 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper. Add beets. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons cilantro. Serves 4 (serving size: about 2/3 cup) Calories 147; Fat 7.3g (sat 1g); Sodium 218mg
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 445.1 Kcal (1864 kJ)
Calories from fat 134.26 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.92g 23%
Sodium 865.88mg 36%
Potassium 2297.63mg 49%
Total Carbs 71.92g 24%
Sugars 49.25g 197%
Dietary Fiber 21.23g 85%
Protein 14.36g 29%
Vitamin C 35.9mg 60%
Iron 7.1mg 40%
Calcium 121.8mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 60.05 Kcal (251 kJ)
Calories from fat 18.11 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.01g 23%
Sodium 116.81mg 36%
Potassium 309.97mg 49%
Total Carbs 9.7g 24%
Sugars 6.64g 197%
Dietary Fiber 2.86g 85%
Protein 1.94g 29%
Vitamin C 4.8mg 60%
Iron 1mg 40%
Calcium 16.4mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 9.3
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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