Baked Beet Root With Yogurt Walnut Dressing

This dish will look superb on your table anytime of year, but is especially good as a cool summertime course. The beets are served at room temperature with a chilled yogurt dressing.

• Calories: 277 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• salt to taste
• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 minced hot green chile peppers
• ¾ cup walnuts
• 5 medium beets, thoroughly washed
• 1 red chili pepper, minced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Spread walnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 15 to 20 minutes. Chop coarsely.

Step 2

Butter aluminum foil. Pierce beets with a fork, and wrap with foil. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 1 hour, or until tender. Cool.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, beat yogurt until smooth. Mix in green chile pepper, coriander, and walnuts. Season to taste with salt. Chill for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Peel beets, and quarter without cutting all the way through. Place in a serving dish, and spread open. Spoon dressing over beets, and garnish with cilantro, and minced red chile peppers.