grilled beets with moroccan dressing

(2 RATINGS)
11 Pinches
Brentwood, NY
Updated on Aug 14, 2014

A different way to serve healthy beets.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method Grill
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 - beets, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 - onion, finely chopped
  • 1 - tomato, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pinch sugar
  • 1 pinch salt, or to taste
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

How To Make grilled beets with moroccan dressing

  • Step 1
    Prepare a charcoal fire or light a gas grill.
  • Step 2
    Brush the beets with olive oil and place over medium-low coals. Cook slowly until they can be easily pierced with a fork, an hour to an hour and a half.
  • Step 3
    Remove from heat, peel, then cut into thick slices.
  • Step 4
    Meanwhile, combine the garlic, onion, tomato, cilantro, cumin, curry powder, vinegar (or lemon), and olive oil. Toss with the beets. Taste for seasoning.
  • Step 5
    Serve warm or room temperature.
  • Step 6
    NOTE: Canned beets can be substituted. If unsliced, they can be place a few minutes on the grill to pick up some smoky flavor.

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